Radiofrequency Ablation...In palliative care, radiofrequency ablation can reduce the size of a tumor to reduce pain.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Palliative Radiation Therapy, a Mid-Treatment Snapshot...For me, standing right in the middle of the experience, I can state unequivocally that palliative radiation has had an immediate positive effect on my... By Jeffrey Poehlmann4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lung Cancer - The Catastrophic Event...I've decided to make an appointment with Palliative Care. ... By Samantha Mixon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
To Those Who Feel Like A Drug Seeker...So next time someone gives you a hard time, take it with a grain of salt and consider palliative care.... By Samantha Mixon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Hospice Care...Those patients who received palliative care had discussions with the palliative care specialist about their priorities for if and when their condition... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Yes, I Smoked...About 3 months ago I researched palliative care versus hospice care.... By Ronda Beaty2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Alison Petok, MSW, LCSW, MPH...In her current role she serves as the palliative medicine social worker, provides clinical services to patients and families, mentors current MPH students... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Symptoms - Loss of Appetite and Weight Loss...Medications used in the palliative care treatment of cachexia include corticosteroids (prednisone, prednisolone, methylprednisone), progestational drugs... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Treatment by Type...Palliative care may include pain management or help with physical or emotional symptoms.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Opioid Painkillers and Cancer Care...Cancer patients require a wide variety of options for their care, both curative and palliative. Sometimes that includes heavy-duty pain medications.... By Jeffrey Poehlmann3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
I Feel the Need to Go...But I Just Can't...According to Niki Koesel, ANP, ACHPN, FPCN who is the Director of Palliative Care for the Carolinas Healthcare System, it will not hurt you switch up how... By Donna Fernandez3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Glossary of Terms for Advanced Care Planning...While palliative care is an important part of hospice, it can be given at any point in time during a chronic or terminal illness.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Provision of Psychosocial Support...The local cancer specialists can cover common treatments, palliative care, clinical trials, radiation surgery, thoracic surgery, and biomarker testing.... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is a Wellness Coach Right for You? (Part III)...Paula Payne of High Point, NC, has spent much of her life pursuing her passion for helping others live well. She now is dedicated to supporting cancer survivors. Read the... By Dusty Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Views: What I Wish People Knew About Lung Cancer...Surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and palliative care are all options. You may also qualify to be part of a clinical trial.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Attending ASCO as a Patient Advocate...ASCO also has smaller conferences focusing on particular cancer themes, such as survivorship, quality care and palliative care.... By Dusty Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What is Cachexia?...If you talk to your oncologist, he or she might be able to prescribe medications or refer you to a palliative doctor or a dietician who can help you... By Ivy Elkins2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
A Cure That Costs Nothing: Time With Old Friends...Any reduction in stress is healthy, so the palliative nature of genial socialization should not be overlooked.... By Jeffrey Poehlmann3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Attending ASCO: Insights for Advocates - Part 2...I’ve attended your Survivorship meeting, Palliative Care, and Quality Care in Oncology. Those were great!”... By Dusty Donaldson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dress for the Occasion...I explained that I was saving the special outfits for treatments and I would dress casual for the palliative fluids infusions.... By Lisa Moran3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
