This November NCC’s navigation team attended the AONN+ conference in Las Vegas, Amy virtually from afar and Valerie and Jorge in person. AONN+ is the Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators, the largest specialty organization dedicated to improving patient care and quality of life through oncology nursing and navigation.
ALCSI (American Lung Cancer Screening Initiative) hosts Dr. Narjust Florez as part of its Distinguished Lecture Series. Dr. Florez is associate director of the Cancer Care Equity Program at the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center, leads the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer Lung Cancer Considered Podcast, and is the principal investigator of the Sexual Health Assessment in Women with Lung Cancer (SHAWL) Study - the largest study to-date evaluating sexual dysfunction in women with lung cancer.
With advancements in telemedicine, palliative care for cancer patients is evolving, offering effective alternatives to traditional in-person visits. A study published by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) highlights how telehealth is now a viable option for delivering palliative care, providing comparable benefits to in-person appointments. This finding is particularly important for cancer patients who have advanced needs, for whom palliative care helps manage pain and symptoms, improves emotional support, and addresses life quality concerns.
A recent study published in “Oncology Issues” sheds light on how exercise can help cancer survivors reduce hospital visits, shorten hospital stays, and enjoy better overall health.
For many coffee enthusiasts, the daily ritual of a morning brew may offer more than just a caffeine boost—it could contribute to long-term health, specifically in terms of cancer prevention. Higher coffee consumption has also been associated with lower overall cancer mortality in some large-scale studies.
Research spanning multiple studies and reviews suggests that coffee may play a beneficial role in reducing the risk of several types of cancer, with its effects observed across various types and mechanisms. Here’s a closer look at the evidence.
Join us for our annual Holiday Happy Hour at the NCC office in Reno! We'll have snacks, wine and beer, and a festive atmosphere to ring in the holiday season. We love ugly Christmas sweaters and festive attire, but most of all we love seeing you. Come to reconnect and celebrate the season with us!
Please RSVP to Sarah by Nov. 27 (before Thanksgiving).
As the leaves begin to change and temperatures cool, it's easy to forget about sun protection. However, fall sun safety remains important for maintaining healthy skin and preventing long-term damage. While you may be swapping swimsuits for sweaters, don't let the cooler temperatures fool you into packing away your sun protection gear just yet. This autumn, consider incorporating a stylish wide-brimmed hat into your wardrobe—it’s both fashionable and practical for sun safety.
When you're going through cancer treatment, eating well can be a challenge. Many people feel sick, tired, or just don't have much appetite. That's where soup comes in! Soup is a great option for people undergoing cancer treatments or longer term survivors for many reasons.
Soup is easy to eat and digest. If you're feeling nauseous or have a sore mouth, smooth soups can be soothing and gentle on your stomach. Warm (not hot) soup can also help if you're dealing with taste changes or a dry mouth.
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and Nevada Cancer Coalition and its partners are working to educate Nevadans about early detection of this all-too-common cancer that affects thousands of Nevadans every year. Newer, more effective screening has helped some people to find their lung cancer earlier when it’s easier to treat and survive, but the disease remains the #1 cancer killer in Nevada by far. Each year more people will die of lung cancer than of colorectal and breast cancer combined.
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