Oncology nursing and allied health roles play a critical part in cancer care, bridging the gap between diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Oncology nurses are often the first point of contact for patients, offering emotional support, managing symptoms, and administering treatments like chemotherapy. They also work closely with oncologists to create personalized care plans, ensuring that each patient receives the right level of care at every stage of their journey.
Allied health professionals, such as dietitians, physiotherapists, and social workers, complement the efforts of oncology nurses by addressing the broader needs of cancer patients. Dietitians provide nutrition counseling to improve outcomes and manage treatment side effects, while physiotherapists help with rehabilitation and mobility. Social workers offer counseling, helping patients and families navigate the emotional and logistical challenges of cancer care. Together, these professionals form an integrated care team, dedicated to improving the quality of life and treatment outcomes for cancer patients.
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Rajvir Dahiya, University of California San Francisco, United States
Title : Uncovering tumor-suppressive roles of histone modifiers in gastric cancer through spatial transcriptomics and epigenomics
Shilpa S Dhar, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, United States
Title : Unveiling the synergism of radiofrequency therapy and graphene nanocomposite in tumor cell viability assay
Paulo Cesar De Morais, Catholic University of Brasilia, Brazil
Title : A case-based approach using IMPeTUs criteria in FDG PET/CT reporting of multiple myeloma
Mudalsha Ravina, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, India
Title : Transforming cancer care: Innovations, integrations, and impact
Shayan Maqsood, Jamia Hamdard University, India
Title : Updates on controversies surrounding the staging and management of newly diagnosed localized prostate cancer using prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) positron emission tomography
Patricia Tai, University of Saskatchewan, Canada