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Future Outlook of Kidney Cancer TreatmentExpert oncologists offer closing thoughts on emerging therapeutic strategies, unmet needs, and the future of kidney cancer treatment.
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Finding Support After a Myeloma DiagnosisI was diagnosed with myeloma more than two decades ago and am lucky to have support throughout.
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‘Special Kind of Person to Be an Oncology Nurse’One colleague describes her fellow nurse as someone who puts patients at ease during treatment.
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Taking a Drink From the Fire HoseSeveral colleagues, patients and caregivers nominated Jill May, B.S.N., RN, OCN, for the 2024 Extraordinary Healer Award for her dedicating to caring for those with gastrointestinal cancers.
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The Impact of the Oncology Nurse Navigator on the Lives of Patient and CaregiverJill May, B.S.N., RN, OCN, shows her commitment to her patients and their caregivers through acts of kindness and compassion — especially during tough times.
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Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy: The Invisible Side EffectAlthough there is little relief available to cancer survivors experiencing neuropathy, hope may be on the horizon.
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Making the Most of Life Despite Having Stage 4 CholangiocarcinomaEven though I will never be cancer-free from cholangiocarcinoma, I’m ready to face the next chapter in my life and make the most of it.
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Taking a Drink From the Fire HoseSeveral colleagues, patients and caregivers nominated Jill May, B.S.N., RN, OCN, for the 2024 Extraordinary Healer Award for her dedicating to caring for those with gastrointestinal cancers.
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A Wonderful Addition to My Son’s Cancer TeamMy son has been in the battle of winning over cancer for almost 10 years and was excited to have an African American woman added to his care team.
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A Poem: My Colon Cancer RemixI hope my poem — which outlines my experience being diagnosed with colon cancer — brings light to someone’s day.
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My Left Breast Cries No MoreMy right breast took the brunt but my left breast cried for years.
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Keytruda Plus Chemo May Improve Penile Cancer OutcomesKeytruda plus platinum-based chemotherapy appeared to be safe and effective in treating penile squamous cell carcinoma.
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We Are All Unique in Our Experiences With CancerAs a health care provider who specializes in lymphedema, I had a unique perspective when I was diagnosed with cancer.
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Our Guardian Angel in Cancer CareHer beautiful smile and handy note pad were always there when we needed her most at the infusion center.
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I Am in Here: A Poem About Life With CancerChemotherapy-related baldness pressured my strained self-identity. Was I the same person?
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Cancer and Ostomies: A World Ostomy Day PerspectiveA bladder cancer survivor discusses the importance of World Ostomy Day and shares her own ostomy story.
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An Oncology Nurse Who Lives for OthersLuca Biagiotti, RN, did everything he could to build a relationship with this patient and make him feel less lonely at the hospital.
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Finding a Second Opinion Was a Pivotal Moment in My Cancer ExperienceFrom second opinions to research and asking for help, here are some pivotal lessons I learned after a mantle cell lymphoma diagnosis.
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I Need to Get Out of the Cancer WormholeI frequently relive the day I was diagnosed with cancer and realized that I may need to limit my exposure to other people’s cancer battles.
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The Unexpected Joy of CancerMy colon cancer diagnosis significantly dwarfed all my other problems.
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Leading By Example in Oncology NursingLauren orchestrated a heartwarming Christmas reunion for an admitted mother undergoing a stem cell transplant, ensuring she could share the holiday with her children.
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What Women Need to Know About a Breast Cancer Diagnosis During COVID-19A breast surgical oncologist at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center notes that while breast cancer screening can be delayed a few months, it should not be skipped altogether.
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In the Mist of My Fear: Experiences With MDSA patient with MDS writes about facing fears during the treatment journey.
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Reading Has Helped Me Navigate ‘Cancerland’A patient recently diagnosed with cancer writes how with the help of the people she loves, as well as the wisdom, humor and empathy of books, she has continued to navigate her new country: “Cancerland”.
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Childhood Cancer Survivor Becomes Oncology Nurse and HeroA mother credits her son’s oncology nurse for saving his life and their entire family with her smile, grace and endless commitment.
