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Responding to patients who have read cancer treatment misinformation is a challenge faced by oncologists every day. In an earlier paper, my colleagues and I reported on our interviews with oncologists about how they approach these conversations. In our recently published paper, we expand on those findings by reporting the results of our latest study where we recorded oncologists talking with a standardized patient about cancer treatment misinformation. We used this data to build a Misinformation Response Model that can be tested in other health care contexts. Thanks to this great team and all of our participants! Carla L Fisher M. Devyn Mullis, PhD Kennan DeGruccio, LSW Sherise Chantell Rogers, MD, MPH Skyler Johnson, Tithi Amin, and Tianshi Liu

Addressing Disparities in Long-Term Survivorship and Quality of Life for Young Patients With Breast Cancer: Disparities continue in younger patients, raising the need for novel interventions to mitigate challenges associated with younger age at diagnosis. #finance #pharmacy #lifesciences

10 new breakthroughs in the fight against cancer Cancer kills around 10 million people a year and is a leading cause of death globally, according to the World Health Organization. Breast, lung and colon cancer are among the most common. Death rates from cancer were falling before the pandemic. But COVID-19 caused a big backlog in diagnosis and treatment. There is some good news, however. Medical advances are accelerating the battle against cancer. Here are 10 recent developments. #agingparents #agingpopulation #aginginplace #livelonger #longlife #elderlyhealth #supportworkers #cancercare #aged #olderadults #carers #healthyaging #healthyageing https://lnkd.in/g5yqj6JN

Empowering Change: Accelerating Lung Cancer Care Policy Forum March 21, 2024 AI assisted summary: A comprehensive discussion was held on the various facets of lung cancer care in Canada, highlighting the need for improved screening, diagnosis, treatment, and advocacy, along with the challenges of access to the latest treatments and disparities in care. Although we are moving in the right direction and treatments and outcomes have improved drastically, we are way behind the US and other countries when it comes to early diagnosis and treatments. Key Takeaways Lung cancer is the most diagnosed cancer with significant mortality, necessitating advancements in early screening and care. There is inconsistency in lung cancer care across Canada, with varying access to screening, diagnosis, and treatment options. Patient advocacy is critical, and there is a need for better support and information for patients and caregivers. Innovative treatments and targeted therapies are greatly improving outcomes, but access to these is uneven due to provincial funding models and approval delays. New diagnostic methods like blood testing offer non-invasive options, though accessibility again varies by province. The Lung Health Foundation is advocating for benchmarks and standards for diagnosis and treatment to address care discrepancies. Patients benefit from streamlined processes that reduce time from diagnosis to treatment start, improved policies that keep pace with innovative therapies, and financial accessibility of take-home drugs. https://lnkd.in/g_Vm5Q2e

Well selected practice changing papers🙌 Theme of IMMUNO-ONC, comprehensive genomic profiling, Targeted therapy all were FUTURISTIC! Academic feast

Community oncologists treat 80% of cancer patients. Yet, with 100+ unique types of cancer and emerging variants, it can be challenging for these #oncologists to keep up with the latest advancements while also seeing an average of 20 patients per day. In this MedPage Today article, AccessHope's chief medical officer Todd M. Sachs, MD discusses how greater collaboration between academic medicine and community oncologists is essential to closing the knowledge gap and optimizing outcomes. #cancercare #cancertreatment

Cancer is a disease that can impact anyone, but it does not impact everyone equally. While progress has been made, disparities persist. Mariam F. Eskander, MD, MPH, surgical oncologist in the Gastrointestinal Oncology Program at Rutgers Institute of New Jersey, offers insight and tips for minority individuals navigating a cancer diagnosis and how we can all work together to mitigate cancer disparities - she states on advocating for your care: ❗ "Educate yourself about your cancer diagnosis, treatment options, and potential side effects by asking questions and seeking information from reliable sources". ❗ We at Elekta Kaiku collaborate with our open ecosystem partners, leading life sciences companies and hospitals around the globe, with the goal to improve the access to patient education on their disease and their treatment. With the Kaiku Health platform, the patient can access reliable information curated together with medical professionals from the comfort of their own home. Read more: https://elekta.smh.re/6fO #oncology #digitalhealth

There are many incredible strides made in cancer treatment in recent years however it's important not to lose sight of the individuals at the heart of this journey: the patients. Navigating the complexities of cancer care can be a complex and daunting task, with many challenges that extend far beyond medical treatment. Our recent insights article highlights crucial gaps in patient experiences that warrant attention and action. #OsaraHealth #CancerSupport

To make meaningful progress in improving patient access to precision medicine, finding ways to incorporate voice of patient into care delivery and treatment is essential. #cancer #cancercare #precisionmedicine #precisiononcology #cancerawareness

June marks National Men’s Health Month, a crucial time to shine a spotlight on the health challenges men face and empower them with knowledge to prioritize their well-being. Did you know that prostate cancer ranks as the second most common cancer among men globally, impacting millions each year? Despite its prevalence, early detection through screening presents a pivotal opportunity to enhance outcomes and lower mortality rates. Discover more about the importance of early screening and its impact on prostate cancer outcomes in our latest article: https://lnkd.in/g66ZM47t #MensHealthMonth #ProstateCancerAwareness #EarlyDetection