Here are the top 5 Oncology Nursing News stories for July 2019.
Here are the top 5 Oncology Nursing News stories for July 2019.
5. New Guidelines Published for Oral Mucositis Relief
Researchers and clinicians from around the world have issued new guidelines for the treatment of oral mucositis that involve a form of light therapy. Learn more about these updates in this piece.
4. Secondary Cancers in AYA Survivors
Here, we take a closer look at the increased risk of secondary cancers that adolescent and young adult cancer survivors face, and how oncology nurses can help.
3. Oncology Nurses at Risk of Burnout
With the nursing shortage creating problems for oncology nurses everywhere, contributor and oncology nurse Karen Harris takes a look at how nurses will have to take an active role to minimize burnout.
2. Not Just Doctor’s Helpers
A recent study has found that nurse practitioners and physician assistants comprise the largest group of cancer care providers for Medicare beneficiaries in some regions. Learn more, with this piece.
1. FDA Takes Action Against Implant-Associated Cancer
In our top story of the month, learn how the FDA is taking action to protect women from breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma by requiring the implant manufacturers to recall the products in question.
FDA Grants Full Approval to Mirvetuximab Soravtansine for Pretreated Gynecologic Cancers
March 22nd 2024Mirvetuximab soravtansine received full approval from the FDA for pretreated adult patients with FRα positive, platinum-resistant epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer.
Immunotherapy May Address ‘Huge Need’ in Advanced Endometrial Cancer
March 22nd 2024Amanda Duck, PA-C, RD, held a discussion during a Community Case Forum on the progress made in using immunotherapy to treat patients with advanced endometrial cancer and the creativity sometimes needed to address adverse events.