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Survey reveals lack of specialized care for AYAs with cancer
MADRID—New research indicates there is a lack of specialized care in Europe for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with cancer. In a survey of...
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Nurse education boosts proper use of VTE prophylaxis
Online education programs for nurses can improve the administration of prophylaxis for venous thromboembolism (VTE), a new study suggests. The...
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Cancer patients perceive their abilities differently than caregivers do
New research suggests older cancer patients and their caregivers often differ in their assessment of the patients’ abilities. In this study,...
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Delirium linked to early death in advanced cancer patients
A diagnosis of delirium during a visit to the emergency department (ED) is a poor prognostic factor for patients with advanced cancer, according...
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ASCO updates guidelines on antiemetic use in cancer patients
The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) has updated its clinical practice guidelines on the use of antiemetics in cancer patients. The...
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Common insurance plans exclude NCI, NCCN cancer centers
Narrow insurance plan coverage may prevent US cancer patients from receiving care at “high-quality” cancer centers, according to research...
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Single-dose NEPA found non-inferior to aprepitant/granisetron
WASHINGTON, DC—In a head-to-head study comparing a single-dose oral antiemetic to a 3-day oral regimen, the single dose has shown itself to be non...
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Kids’ self-reports of symptoms, side effects reliable
A small study of 20 children aged 8 to 18 years with incurable or refractory cancers indicates children are reliable reporters of their symptoms...
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NCCN launches radiation therapy resource
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) recently launched the NCCN Radiation Therapy Compendium™, which provides a single access point...
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ASCO reports progress, challenges in cancer care
The US cancer care delivery system is undergoing changes to better meet the needs of cancer patients, but persistent hurdles threaten to slow...
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New resource designed to help prevent CINV
The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) has announced the release of a toolkit intended to help prevent chemotherapy-induced nausea...