Oncology News
For baby boomers, cutting-edge treatments can mean life after cancer. But many will need financial resources to cover the pricey fees. Read more »
Heartburn appears linked to throat, vocal cord cancer
Frequent heartburn was positively associated with laryngopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma among nonsmokers and nondrinkers. Read more »
Depression doubles risk of death in cancer survivors
Depressed cancer survivors are twice as likely to die prematurely as those who do not suffer from depression, regardless of the cancer site. Read more »
More Oncology News
Agent Orange exposure tied to lethal prostate cancer
The findings suggest Agent Orange exposure history should be incorporated into prostate screening decisions for veterans. Read more »
A little levity goes a long way: Therapeutic humor is an effective tool in easing RNs' stress
Karyn Buxman, RN, MSN, CSP, CPAE, a San Diego entrepreneur, uses podiums, blogs and books to promote the use of therapeutic humor as a magic charm for putting a smile on a worried patient’s face or inspire a grumpy nurse to lighten up and be happier... Read more »
Smoking ups colon cancer risk, more so for women
Female smokers had a 19% increased risk compared with women who never had smoked, while male smokers had an 8% higher risk. Read more »
Nurse data links skin cancer to later cancer risk
White people with non-melanoma skin cancer may face an increased risk of having other forms of cancer in the future. Read more »
Few breast cancer survivors meet activity guidelines
The percentage of women who complied with the activity guidelines increased to 39.5% at five years after diagnosis, but dropped to 21.4% at 10 years. Read more »
USPSTF issues guidelines on breast cancer meds
For women at increased risk of breast cancer and low risk of harm from tamoxifen or raloxifene, the medications may provide benefit. Read more »
