Multiple factors influence the health-related quality of life in older adults who are survivors of colorectal cancer (CRC), according to a recent study highlighting the importance of nurse awareness of comorbidity interactions in these patients. Sherry Burrell, PhD, RN, CNE, of Villanova University, and colleagues conducted the research and presented their findings during the 49th Annual Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Congress. ...
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Explore the most recent clinical developments in colorectal cancer (CRC). Cancer Nursing Today provides up-to-date coverage of biomarkers for CRC, screening and risk factors, treatments, and more. From disease prevention to drug evaluation, learn more about the evolution of CRC care and research.
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Lisa A. Hall, MHA, CDP, of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, speaks about the importance of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
Learn how nurses can help patients understand their risk factors and find a screening option that is right for them.
An online quiz provided over 30,000 CRC screening recommendations from July 2022-August 2023.
Researchers uncovered a "particularly pronounced" link between early-onset rectal cancer and a certain "red flag" sign.
Results of a recent study show why “nursing care of patients with CRC stoma should not be ignored."
Learn how lavender oil can help with odor management, ostomy adjustment, and quality-of-life outcomes in these patients.
Nearly all patients received trifluridine/tipiracil plus bevacizumab as a second-line treatment.
Researchers evaluated how the program affected quality of life, emotional distress, fatigue, physical activity, and more.
Many adults rate themselves as having "inadequate" health insurance literacy.
With rising rates of young-onset CRC, it is critical to ensure this population of patients receives genetic evaluations.
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