Contributors

Not only are strawberries beautiful to look at, they are also packed with nutrition.

Despite our roles as patient advocates, many nurses shy away from political advocacy. We can no longer afford to be silent.

This is the first of a two-part post about my experience attending and speaking at the Nurses Take DC rally in Washington DC.

"You treat a disease, you win, you lose. You treat a person, I guarantee you, you'll win, no matter what the outcome." - Robin Williams as Dr. Patch Adams

Survivors of childhood cancer who are overweight or obese as adults are at an increased risk of developing an obesity-related cancer.

Nurses can use legacy letters as a segue into end-of life discussions, or as an emotional healing tool for the terminally ill.

In the workplace, it is important for nurses and physicians to reserve time to step back, look at the big picture of being part of the community that surrounds the organization, and connect with it.

Complementary therapies in cancer care are on the rise. With their hospital's blessing and support, 2 nurses have been providing free Reiki to patients for 10 years as part of their approach to care.

I was chosen by ONS to serve as one of its first-time oncology nurse advocates for the 2017 ONS Capitol Hill Days conference held Sept. 6-7 in Washington, DC., representing ONS and my Northwest Florida ONS Chapter.

A community, nurse-led group encourages cancer survivors to get more out of life while moving

Guilt is common among caregivers of childhood cancer survivors.

Every day is Halloween and Thanksgiving when you are a nurse.

Many patients complain of feeling so tired. What can we do to help those suffering from fatigue?

Who ever said that cancer patients, young or old, don't have sex?

We need a restorative approach to cancer survivorship care.

There are lessons on burn-out to be learned from geriatric patients.

Let the world know what healthcare is like behind the scenes and how it affects patient care, instead of keeping it mysterious and mythical.

What milestones do you celebrate with your oncology patients?

I wanted the world to recognize my chemo nurse, Wanda Greeley's strong commitment to me and all her other patients with cancer.

I’m sure we can all agree that we’d like to provide the best care possible to our patients each and every day.

As a young adult with cancer you may feel like a prisoner in your own world. How can nurses help this age group?

Yoga can benefit the cancer survivor both physically and emotionally.

Challenge and respect are two sides of the same coin.

Who has shaped you to become the nurse you are today?

Does your choice of word matter to your patients?

Dealing with the ambiguity of life and cancer, inspired by Bob Dylan.

Have you considered the possibility that your patient may be going through an identity crisis brought on by their cancer diagnosis?

Nurses can advocate for patients by opening eyes and minds at every opportunity.