Teresa Hagan Thomas, PhD, RN, shares key tips and advice for getting the most out of ONS Congress this spring. Learn what oncology nurses should know about sarcopenia and why it's an increasingly recognized predictor of poor prognosis. Proactive symptom management and patient education are essential, as treatment completion remains a challenge. Josie Montegaard, NP, shares how the right treatment timing and approach can influence quality of life for patients with CLL. If patients who smoke understand the pathophysiology, they may be more open to difficult conversations about cessation. The aim of the research was to assess the combination of epirubicin and mindfulness to treat negative psychological symptoms. Patients with kidney cancer desire more involvement and shared decision-making with clinicians about their treatment options. Krystal Waldrup, BSN, RN, OCN, shares how the training improved nurse confidence and opened up capacity in the oncology unit. Anna Barata, PhD, shares key insights from the CAR-T research that she presented during the 2025 Tandem Meetings. Learn what new research shows about the key elements that establish trust between patients and health care professionals. Learn how to find a mentor and be a successful mentee during your DNP or PhD program. The “United by Unique” campaign is calling for a "fundamental shift in cancer care and health systems worldwide." Learn about the role of psychological resilience in dyadic coping and adjustment for couples facing cervical cancer. Theresa Brown, RN, reflects on the challenges of recent years and her hopes for nurses in 2025. Researchers presented data from the program during the American Society of Clinical Oncology GI Cancer Symposium. A new study identified patterns in palliative care use and showed which patients are least likely to receive it. The Nursing Equity Assessment Tool can help nurses systematically and efficiently screen patients for complex care needs. The program provided a creative outlet for oncology nurses to reflect on and share their stories. Learn how these teleconsultations supported patients and helped increase clinic capacity. Pierluigi Porcu, MD, discusses the phase II Tellomak trial and how nurses can help patients manage this rare disease.