The Professional Home for Oncology Nurses

Oncology nursing can be demanding, both physically and emotionally. Nurses are cheerleaders, shoulders to cry on, and consistent friends in a sea of uncertainty. The relationship between the nursing staff and their patients is sacred. If you ask an oncology nurse what they feel is the best part of their job, the answer will most likely be “my patients.” 

Natural language processing (NLP), a form of artificial intelligence, has the potential to predict which patients with cancer may benefit from psychiatric or counseling referrals based on their initial oncology consultation documents, researchers reported in study results published in Nature Medicine. The innovative application of machine learning could revolutionize how healthcare professionals identify patients at risk and ensure timely interventions to preserve quality of life during cancer treatment. 

Lazertinib (Lazcluze™), in combination with amivantamab, is the first and currently the only first-line chemotherapy-free combination treatment for adults with certain types of locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer. 

Lion’s mane is an edible mushroom widely used in East Asian cuisine that is named for its long, white dangling spines that resemble a lion’s mane. It has a long medicinal history of use in East Asian and Native American traditions for treating infections and lowering stress and anxiety. Lion’s mane supplements are promoted for improving mood, cognitive health, and immunity. 

In the evolving landscape of oncology care, where patient-centered approaches are increasingly vital amid healthcare challenges like workforce shortages, the role of community organizations like Crossroads4Hope, a Network of Cancer Support, has never been more crucial.

On November 19, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported that Smiths Medical issued an urgent device correction to the use instructions for its CADD-Solis^™ rechargeable battery packs. The FDA clarified that the recall involves updating the device’s instructions, not removing them from where they are used or sold.