September 2015
Supporting Adolescents and Young Adults With Cancer From Diagnosis Through Survivorship
September 30, 2015
Article
Partner Perspectives
Adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with cancer diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 39 are a unique group of patients with distinct cancer epidemiology and developmental characteristics.
Preparing Nurses for Cancer Survivor Care-a Growing Need
September 25, 2015
Article
Partner Perspectives
While oncology nurses have undoubtedly led quality cancer care and patient education initiatives, the current and projected growth of cancer survivors in the United States demands increased attention to developing oncology nurses in the educator role.
For Survivors of Childhood Cancers, Specialized Support Can Make All the Difference
September 23, 2015
Article
Cover Story
More people are living at least 5 years after their original pediatric cancer diagnosis than ever before. According to the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study (CCSS), 400,000 childhood cancer survivors are alive today, and that number is expected to grow to half a million by 2020.
Managing Cancer Treatment's Late Effects and Identifying Those Most at Risk
September 22, 2015
Article
Cover Story
A cancer diagnosis once understandably brought a singular focus on fighting the disease, with less attention paid to quality of life once the patient's active treatment was over.
Cancer Pain-Is Relief in Sight for All Cancer Patients?
September 18, 2015
Article
Partner Perspectives
For the over 1.5 million individuals expected to be diagnosed with cancer in 2015, pain can be a significant problem.
Finding Our Way by Helping Patients Along Their Way
September 17, 2015
Article
Nurse Navigators
I am used to it now, the chuckles and candid references to compasses and aviation from some and the grateful looks from others, as though I have just extended them a lifeline.
Keeping Watch: Monitoring Survivors for Late Treatment Effects
September 16, 2015
Article
From the Chairman
We continue to marvel at the tremendous strides made in cancer care, a record of progress that means millions of people are now surviving cancer, and many for a very long time.
As Clinics Await USP 800, Focus Must Remain on Collaboration and Awareness at All Levels
September 16, 2015
Article
Feature Story
As the new USP Chapter 800 regulations for the handling of hazardous drugs are being finalized, stakeholders-including oncology nurses-are preparing for a renewed emphasis on the safe preparation and administration of chemotherapy in their daily practice.
The VIPs in Our Patients' Lives
September 11, 2015
Article
Nurse's Notes
VIPs include very important pets, as well as very important people.