A new study highlights why it's critical for oncology nurses to identify patients who are at risk of frailty. The study highlights why it's critical for nurses to check in with patients about financial toxicity. Patients who received ONN support had significantly reduced waiting times at multiple stages of their cancer care. An analysis showed that 2 factors were significant predictors of financial toxicity in older patients. Theresa Brown, RN, unpacks the role of private equity in health care and explains how it impacts patients and professionals. A new study evaluated how social determinants of health can affect the risk of death in patients with cancer. Learn how a team implemented a nursing intervention based on the gratitude extension-construction theory. Less than half of patients with cancer had caregivers who spoke for more than 4% of a clinical encounter. Lorna Warwick discusses how nurses can connect patients with resources from the coalition and its member organizations. Lorna Warwick, CEO of Lymphoma Coalition, discusses how nurses can strengthen bonds with patients through communication. Learn how a personalized 12-week exercise program can enhance quality of life outcomes in survivors of breast cancer. Learn how a stepped palliative care program was implemented and evaluated. An MPN program director discusses the key elements that oncology nurses should keep in mind when observing these patients. Ms. Warwick discusses what nurses should know about results from the coalition's global patient survey. A real-world study presented at the EHA 2024 Congress provided insights on patient and caregiver experiences. Researchers analyzed if the intervention could improve negative emotions, quality of life, and satisfaction with nursing. It’s important for oncology nurses to be aware of substance use disorders and know how to provide support and resources. It’s critical to consider the patient’s life, experiences, and preferences in a holistic sense. Understanding a patient’s social landscape can help oncology nurses understand the patient's social and emotional needs. Sexual side effects are common in patients undergoing stem cell transplant but, unfortunately, often go unaddressed.