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Articles by Cheryl Bellomo
Understanding Esophageal Cancer
April is esophageal cancer awareness month. Historically, cancer of the esophagus has been much more common in other parts of the world, such as Asia and Africa, than in the United States. The rates of esophageal cancer in the United States were historically higher among African Americans than whites, but this type of cancer is now most common among non-Hispanic white men between the ages of 45 and 70.
Simple Strategies for Relieving Oral Pain Caused by Cancer Treatment - CONQUER: the patient voice
Oral HealthSide-Effects Management Dental hygienist Kris Potts breaks down the side effects, such as dry mouth and oral ulcers associated with cancer treatments and lists treatments available to combat these problems. Founding Member of the National Network of Healthcare Hygienists Fort Worth, Texas Among the many side effects associated with cancer treatments, 2 of the most common that often affect the mouth are dry mouth (called xerostomia) and oral mucositis (or painful oral lesions).
Immunotherapy Side Effects: Symptoms and Management
Side-Effects ManagementImmunotherapy Many side effects of immunotherapy can be effectively managed with early detection and intervention. It is important that patients with cancer and their caregivers know what symptoms to look for. Web Exclusives – July 11, 2022 Many side effects of immunotherapy can be effectively managed if they are detected early.
The Impact of Cancer on Male Sexuality: A Conversation with Anne Katz, PhD, RN, FAAN
Dr. Katz provides counseling to patients with a history of cancer who have sexual issues and relationship challenges. She is the immediate past Editor of the journal Oncology Nursing Forum and is the author of 16 books, including Man Cancer Sex, and This Should Not Be Happening: Young Adults with Cancer. CONQUER magazine asked Dr. Katz to explain the impact of a cancer diagnosis on men’s sexuality. What Sexual Issues May Men Encounter After Being Diagnosed with Cancer?
Things They Often Don’t Tell You About Breast Cancer
Breast CancerPatient Advocacy Diagnosed with stage II breast cancer at age 45, Lauren Schultz found herself having to navigate a new world she knew nothing about. Here, she gives specific tips she had to learn the hard way.
Stepping Out from Under the Umbrella of Fear
SurvivorshipStress ManagementBreast Cancer Bonnie Annis reflects on her breast cancer diagnosis, dealing with worries of cancer recurrence, using natural remedies, and how fear and stress affect our well-being. Newnan, Georgia In 2014, while showering, I discovered a hard mass in my right breast. I was petrified, and before I’d even visited a doctor, I was sure it was cancer. It turns out I was right. I was diagnosed with stage IIB invasive ductal carcinoma.
How to Start Survivorship Care at the Time of Diagnosis
Oncology Nurse Navigator Intermountain Cancer Center Cedar City Hospital Cedar City, Utah The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, the oldest survivor-led cancer advocacy organization, created the widely accepted definition of survivorship and defines someone as a cancer survivor from the time of diagnosis and for the balance of life.1 Cancer survivors have physical, social, psychological, and spiritual needs.
Navigating the Unique Needs of Adolescents & Young Adult Cancer Survivors
Oncology Nurse Navigator Intermountain Cancer Center, Cedar City Hospital, Utah Each year, approximately 70,000 adolescents and young adults aged 15 to 39 years are diagnosed with cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute. These young cancer survivors face many short-term and long-term health issues (including heart problems and infertility), as well as psychosocial issues (low levels of education, employment, and finances).
Managing Hand & Foot Skin Reactions to Cancer Therapies
Oncology Nurse Navigator Intermountain Cancer Center, Cedar City Hospital, Utah In the past decade, personalized targeted cancer drugs have emerged in the treatment of cancer leading to increased patient survival. Currently, FDA-approved oral and intravenous targeted therapies are being used in the treatment of several solid tumors, including breast, cervical, head and neck, renal, esophageal, and metastatic colorectal cancers.
Transforming Healthcare Through Research and Reporting
Members of the AQUIRE Committee aim to: AQUIRE looks forward to assisting you! Nursing research is a vital component to the healthcare field. Nursing research helps implement new changes in the care of individuals and is used to develop treatments/processes that provide the optimum level of care. Nursing research provides evidence-based care that promotes quality health outcomes for patients, families, communities, and healthcare systems.
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