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Editor-in-Chief: Krista Nelson, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW, FAPOS, FACCC Oncology Issues, Article, Volume 39, Over the last 2 decades, the development of bispecific antibodies (BsAbs) has revolutionized cancer treat-ment. 1 Developed to address drug resistance and to improve treatment safety and efficacy, bispecific antibodies have 2 distinct binding domains that can bind to 2 antigens or epitopes simultaneously. Although BsAbs are a promising new therapeutic approach, especially for hematologic malignancies in
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Editor-in-Chief: Krista Nelson, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW, FAPOS, FACCC Oncology Issues, Article, Volume 39, Colorectal cancer ranks as the third most common cancer globally and is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US. 1 More than half of these cases are associated with modifiable risk factors, such as smoking, obesity, high alcohol consumption, and physical inactivity. Over the past few decades, the death rate from colorectal cancer has been declining due to better health behaviors,
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Editor-in-Chief: Krista Nelson, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW, FAPOS, FACCC Oncology Issues, Article, Volume 39, Ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of overall cancer deaths among women 1,2 with fewer than 45% of patients surviving 5 years beyond diagnosis. 3 Surgical cytoreduction and adjuvant chemotherapy are the mainstay of treatment, but most patients will eventually experience recurrence. 1 To improve upon the poor prognosis associated with ovarian cancer, several diagnostic and therapeutic advances have
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Mashup Score: 0Improving Nursing Certification and Education in Oncology - 18 day(s) ago
Editor-in-Chief: Krista Nelson, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW, FAPOS, FACCC Oncology Issues, Article, Volume 39, Nursing certification and education play a critical role in ensuring high-quality care for oncology patients. Oncology certified nurses (OCNs) are crucial members of the cancer team who provide skilled care for patients and help support their families at the same time. Specialty certification in h ealth care is not required to care for specialty patients like those being treated for cancer. However,
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Editor-in-Chief: Krista Nelson, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW, FAPOS, FACCC Oncology Issues, Article, Volume 39, Cancer and its treatments can lead to a range of physical issues, from fatigue and pain to severe mobility restrictions. Oncology physical therapy plays a critical role in helping patients who have cancer manage these issues, regain strength and function, and improve their quality of life. However, referral rates for physical therapy remain low for people with cancer. As a result, many patients are left
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Mashup Score: 0Improving Access to Oncology Nutrition Services - 21 day(s) ago
Editor-in-Chief: Krista Nelson, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW, FAPOS, FACCC Oncology Issues, Article, Volume 39, Access to nutrition services for patients with cancer who are at risk for treatment- and disease-related issues such as malnutrition, dehydration, nausea, and diarrhea is a key component of the care pathway. Even with specialists available, the biggest challenge can be to successfully connect patients to these services. This connection point is improved by reducing barriers and optimizing processes—and
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Mashup Score: 0Pipeline Partners: Developing training and recruitment programs for the oncology workforce - 21 day(s) ago
Editor-in-Chief: Krista Nelson, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW, FAPOS, FACCC Oncology Issues, Article, Volume 39, With the ongoing workforce challenges plaguing the health care industry, health systems are developing new and innovative strategies to bolster their pipeline of health care employees to meet growing patient needs. In oncology, the challenge of attracting, recruiting, and retaining qualified team members is especially acute. Through strategic partnerships with groups across the health care landscape,
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To address workforce shortages in oncology while maintaining high standards of patient care, @InovaHealth developed robust educational initiatives & strategic partnerships to build a sustainable pipeline of skilled professionals. Read more https://t.co/aU0qDQn9rf #OncologyIssues https://t.co/oQ6F2OT8OX
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In the most recent Oncology Issues learn about ACCC’s educational initiative designed to assist multidisciplinary cancer care teams implement bispecific antibodies in the community oncology setting: https://t.co/WOVWoO5jDs. https://t.co/dzGJsckhuB