Unvaccinated patients with cancer 7 times more likely to die during pandemic, large study finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 17, 2022
The results underscore the vulnerability of people whose immune systems may be weakened by cancer or its treatment, investigators say.
Risk for psoriasis increased for cancer survivors
Jul 21, 2021
Increased risks seen for survivors of leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, skin cancer, and lung cancer in subgroup analyses
Ambulatory function in older cancer patients tied to survival
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Alicia Lasek
Mar 08, 2021
A new study highlights the importance of monitoring ambulatory function after cancer, particularly in older survivors, the researchers say.
A first: Mammography screening guidelines issued for older breast cancer survivors
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 29, 2021
The guidance, developed by a national panel of experts, aims to correct the inconsistent use of mammography in this population, especially when life expectancy is limited, the authors say.
Too few cancer patients referred to rehabilitation, experts find
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 18, 2020
Less than 10% of cancer patients with demonstrated functional impairments are referred to rehabilitation, according to a systematic review of current guidelines.
Clinical Briefs for Monday, June 1
By
Alicia Lasek
May 30, 2020
Non-stop COVID-19 testing ‘a pathway through the fog,’ says D.C. nursing home operator … CDC: Antibody tests not yet accurate enough for use in coronavirus policy-making … Patients with cancer...
Older age and depression linked to frailty in cancer survivors
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Alicia Lasek
May 28, 2020
Incorporating geriatric assessments into cancer survivorship could help to prevent and delay the progression of frailty, say geriatricians.
Cancer survivors gain an advantage when treated for sleep problems
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 04, 2020
Sleep problems can persist for years among cancer survivors, exacerbating cancer-related issues such as physical distress, a new study finds.
Clinical Briefs for Friday, November 8
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 07, 2019
Loss of food enjoyment can isolate cancer patients … No hospital disinfectants can kill off C. difficile bacterium … Study helps explain why exercise guards against heart disease … ‘First-of-its-kind’...
Clinical Briefs for Monday, October 28
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 26, 2019
Algorithm identifies cancer patients in need of advance care planning … Certified infection preventionists beget better antibiotic stewardship programs … Upcoming flu season may be severe, based on...