Written by: Karen Meyer, MD Q: How should a breast self-exam be performed, and how often? A: I am so glad you asked this question because performing monthly self-exams is so important in detecting breast cancer. As you can imagine, the earlier a lump is detected, the better chance of successful removal. A breast self-exam [...]
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Parents and impact on sun exposure
Written by: Ann Sorgent RN, BSN Clinical Supervisor at the Agnesian Cancer Center Parents can have an impact on the patterns of sun exposure and sun protection in their young children. (Part 1 of 3) In a May 2013 article in the American Journal of Dermatology, a study of sun safety practices employed by parents of young [...]
Audio Blog: About Hospice Hope and Palliative Care
Agnesian HealthCare’s Andy Land, Director of Hospice Hope & Palliative Care, talks about the options for loved ones with limited life expectancies. Andy Land Interview about Hospice Hope and Palliative Care by Agnesian HealthCare
How to deal with “fogginess” during chemotherapy
Written by: Ann P Sorgent RN, BSN Clinical Supervisor at the Agnesian Cancer Center Occasionally, one of our medical oncology patients will report having difficulty with memory and feeling “foggy” during or following their course of chemotherapy. Especially common are word-finding issues, difficulty with multi-tasking, forgetfulness and trouble concentrating. Sometimes referred to as “chemo-brain,” chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment [...]
The Role of the Breast Health Coordinator
Written by: Patti Domask, RN, BSN, Breast Health Coordinator, Waupun Memorial Hospital Breast cancer treatment involves several healthcare providers, which, at times, can become confusing for patients. A breast health coordinator, or navigator, serves as a consistent presence through the entire course of care – assessing the physical, psychological and social needs of the patient. This [...]
May is Oncology Nursing Month
Written by: Ann P Sorgent RN, BSN Clinical Supervisor with the Agnesian Cancer Center May is a special month for nurses nationwide! In addition to the celebration of National Nurses Week from May 6 to 12, the entire month of May is dedicated to celebrating the contributions of oncology (cancer) nurses. This year’s Oncology Nursing [...]
What is the difference between a screening and diagnostic mammogram?
Submitted by: Lisa Michels, RN, BSN, Breast Care Coordinator It is recommended that women at age 40 have annual screening mammograms. A screening mammogram is considered preventive care and is usually covered by most insurance. It does not require an order from your provider. It is a 15-minute appointment that involves a board-certified mammography technician obtaining [...]
The Buzz About Angelina Jolie’s Decision
There has been considerable buzz in the news media about the recent revelation that actress and activist Angelina Jolie had a prophylactic double mastectomy to prevent breast cancer. According to news reports, Jolie’s mother died of ovarian cancer at age 56, and testing showed that she carries a gene that makes her at high risk [...]
American Cancer Society Celebrates 100th Anniversary
Written by: Kelli Little, Care Navigator at the Agnesian Cancer Center The American Cancer Society is celebrating its 100 year anniversary this year. Just to highlight a few beginning milestones…. 1913: The American Cancer Society is founded. 1927: Women make noise to save lives. 1946: American Cancer Society launches its ground-breaking research program. 1947: The [...]
Barriers to Breast Cancer Treatment
Written by: Ann P Sorgent RN, BSN Clinical Supervisor with the Agnesian Cancer Center Although breast cancer is the most common malignancy (tumor) in American women, many barriers in its diagnosis and treatment remain prevalent. In her article in the February 2013 issue of the Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing, Sabrina Meredith discussed the current research in [...]
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