Download or read book Navigating Lung Cancer written by Dr Ava Martinez and published by Compassionate Books Company. This book was released on 2024-03-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "Navigating Lung Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients and Their Families," readers embark on a journey of understanding, resilience, and hope. From facing the diagnosis to navigating treatment options, managing side effects, and embracing survivorship, this book offers invaluable insights and practical advice for patients and caregivers alike. With chapters covering emotional support, nutrition, financial considerations, and advocacy, it serves as a trusted companion through every stage of the lung cancer journey. Packed with resources, stories of inspiration, and empowering guidance, this book is a beacon of hope for those affected by lung cancer.
Download or read book Bonnie J Addario Navigating Lung Cancer 360 Degrees of Hope written by Bonnie Addario and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-01-09 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Navigating Lung Cancer 360 Degrees of Hope is the most comprehensive guidebook for surviving lung cancer. Inside each latest edition you will get the most up-to-date navigation tools on the diagnosis process, lung cancer staging, treatment options, clinical trials, living with lung cancer, financing your care, hope for surviving lung cancer, and more. Written by survivor Bonnie J. Addario and the leading experts in lung cancer with one goal: to turn lung cancer into a manageable and survival disease.
Download or read book Establishing Effective Patient Navigation Programs in Oncology written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2018-08-13 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delivering high-quality cancer care to all patients presents numerous challenges, including difficulties with care coordination and access. Patient navigation is a community-based service delivery intervention designed to promote access to timely diagnosis and treatment of cancer and other chronic diseases by eliminating barriers to care, and has often been proposed and implemented to address these challenges. However, unresolved questions include where patient navigation programs should be deployed, and which patients should be prioritized to receive navigation services when resources are limited. To address these issues and facilitate discussion on how to improve navigation services for patients with cancer, the National Cancer Policy Forum of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine held a workshop on November 13 and 14, 2017. At this workshop, a broad range of experts and stakeholders, including clinicians, navigators, researchers, and patients, explored which patients need navigation and who should serve as navigators, and the benefits of navigation and current gaps in the evidence base.
Download or read book Your Cancer Road Map written by Kim Thiboldeaux and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2021-06-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No one should have to face cancer alone. Each year, 1.8 million people are diagnosed with cancer in the United States. Upon learning this difficult news, individuals also have a minefield of complex information to navigate regarding treatment plans, insurance coverage, clinical trials, and more. Your Cancer Road Map: Navigating Life with Resilience is a compassionate, comprehensive guide for cancer patients, their families, and caregivers, designed to take the guesswork out of these crucial decisions every step of the way. For more than 35 years, the Cancer Support Community (CSC) has been a trusted resource, demystifying the emotional, physical, financial, and logistical challenges related to cancer. From CSC CEO Kim Thiboldeaux, Your Cancer Road Map is a comprehensive guidebook, providing advice and comfort at every point on the cancer journey, from the moment of diagnosis to survivorship and beyond. Your Cancer Road Map covers hard-to-talk-about topics such as treatment options, finances, how cancer can affect your fertility or sexuality, survivor care, hospice care, and end-of-life planning. In the CSC tradition, the book ensures that people impacted by cancer can live their lives to the fullest and enables them to gain a sense of control during what can be an overwhelming and chaotic time. Now more than ever, patients need the tools to participate fully in their healthcare, and communicate their preferences and priorities to their healthcare team so that they can make the best decisions for themselves and their loved ones while living with the highest possible quality of life. Filled with incredible personal stories from people who could be your friends or neighbors, as well as celebrities and influencers, plus workbook pages, checklists, recommended resources, and more, Your Cancer Road Map will be a powerful companion for anyone with questions about cancer.
Download or read book Navigating Lung Cancer 360 Degrees of Hope simple Chinese written by Bonnie Addario and published by . This book was released on 2015-09-03 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Navigating Lung Cancer 360 Degrees of Hope-Simple Chinese is the most comprehensive guidebook for surviving lung cancer. Inside each latest edition you will get the most up-to-date navigation tools on the diagnosis process, lung cancer staging, treatment options, clinical trials, living with lung cancer, financing your care, hope for surviving lung cancer, and more. Written by survivor Bonnie J. Addario and the leading experts in lung cancer with one goal: to turn lung cancer into a manageable and survival disease.
Download or read book Lung Cancer written by Walter Scott and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 220,000 Americans are diagnosed with lung cancer annually. It accounts for nearly 15 percent of all newly diagnosed cancers. If you've been diagnosed, you probably have many questions about the nature of the disease and your treatment options.Walter J. Scott, M.D., has treated thousands of lung cancer patients who have navigated this overwhelming maze of medical tests and procedures. In Lung Cancer: From Diagnosis to Treatment, Dr. Scott helps you understand the process--from getting a diagnosis to going through treatment. He explains topics such as: symptoms of lung cancer, diagnostic tests, types and stages of lung cancer, surgical procedures, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, clinical trials, coping with "smoker's guilt" and more. A book to help you become an informed patient!"--
Download or read book Advances in Radiation Oncology in Lung Cancer written by Branislav Jeremic and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2011-09-18 with total page 824 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the second, completely updated edition of a comprehensive book in which many of the world’s leading lung cancer specialists discuss the recent advances in the radiation oncology of lung cancer and reflect on the latest research findings. The first three sections cover the basic science of lung cancer, clinical investigations, including histology and staging, and a wide range of fundamental treatment considerations. Current treatment strategies for small cell and non-small cell lung cancer are then explained and evaluated in detail, with due attention to novel approaches that promise further improvements in outcome. The various types of treatment-related toxicity are discussed, and quality of life studies and prognostic factors are also considered. After evaluating the latest technological and biological advances, including IMRT, IMAT, cyber knife treatment, and tomotherapy, the book concludes by thorough consideration of specific aspects of clinical research in lung cancer.
Download or read book Lung Cancer Unveiled written by Raymond M Russell and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-02-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lung Cancer Unveiled: is a comprehensive guide that navigates readers through every aspect of lung cancer, from diagnosis to survivorship. Authored by Raymond M. Russell, a seasoned oncologist with years of experience in treating lung cancer patients, this book provides invaluable insights, practical advice, and empowering resources for individuals and families facing this challenging disease. Through a blend of medical expertise, patient stories, and evidence-based information, "Lung Cancer Unveiled" sheds light on the complexities of lung cancer, demystifying its causes, risk factors, and treatment options. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the disease's biology, diagnostic procedures, and cutting-edge therapies, empowering them to make informed decisions and advocate for their own care. Beyond medical interventions, this book delves into the emotional, social, and practical aspects of living with lung cancer. From coping strategies and support networks to navigating the healthcare system and addressing financial concerns, "Lung Cancer Unveiled" offers a holistic approach to care that acknowledges the multifaceted challenges patients and caregivers may encounter. Filled with compassionate guidance and real-life anecdotes, "Lung Cancer Unveiled" serves as a beacon of hope for those affected by the disease. Whether you're newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment, or navigating survivorship, this book provides a roadmap for resilience, empowerment, and renewed hope on the journey through lung cancer.
Download or read book Lung Cancer written by Walter Scott and published by Addicus Books. This book was released on 2020-11-15 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 220,000 Americans are diagnosed with lung cancer annually. It accounts for nearly 15 percent of all newly diagnosed cancers. If you've been diagnosed, you probably have many questions about the nature of the disease and your treatment options.Walter J. Scott, M.D., has treated thousands of lung cancer patients who have navigated this overwhelming maze of medical tests and procedures. In Lung Cancer: From Diagnosis to Treatment, Dr. Scott helps you understand the process—from getting a diagnosis to going through treatment. He explains topics such as: symptoms of lung cancer, diagnostic tests, types and stages of lung cancer, surgical procedures, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, clinical trials, coping with "smoker's guilt" and more. A book to help you become an informed patient!
Download or read book Contemporary Issues in Lung Cancer written by Marilyn Haas and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2010-10-25 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the United States, lung cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer and the leading cause of cancer death. Even more devastating is its five-year survival rate of only 15.8%. Despite these dismal facts, lung cancer receives little national attention and research and funding for lung cancer lags behind other cancers. The intent of Contemporary Issues in Lung Cancer: A Nursing Perspective Second Edition is to provide oncology nurses and healthcare professionals with in-depth information on the issues that surround this disease, so that they might impact both education and research and provide better care for their patients.
Download or read book Lung Cancer Your Questions Expert Answers written by Joan H. Schiller and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2017-11-15 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lung Cancer: Your Questions, Expert Answers, Fourth Edition guides patients and their families through diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. Providing both the doctor's and patient's point of view, this book is a complete guide to understanding treatment options, post-treatment quality of life, sources of support, and much more.
Download or read book Lung Cancer written by Karen L. Reckamp and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-08-17 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book describes the molecular mechanisms of lung cancer development and progression that determine therapeutic interventions in the era of genomics, when the rapid evolution in lung cancer diagnosis and treatment necessitates critical review of new results to integrate advances into practice. The text opens with background and emerging information regarding the molecular biology of lung cancer pathogenesis. Updated results regarding lung cancer prevention and screening are discussed, followed by chapters on diagnostic techniques and pathological evaluation. This leads on to a detailed presentation of treatment modalities, from surgery and radiation therapy to standard chemotherapy and targeted agents. The coverage includes resistance to therapy and the emergence of immunotherapy for lung cancer; in addition, the current evidence in respect of small cell lung cancer is summarized. The book presents insights from experts across disciplines to emphasize the importance of collaborative care. Advances in our understanding of issues in geriatric oncology and palliative care complete the comprehensive discussion of lung cancer.
Download or read book Establishing Effective Patient Navigation Programs in Oncology written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2018-07-13 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delivering high-quality cancer care to all patients presents numerous challenges, including difficulties with care coordination and access. Patient navigation is a community-based service delivery intervention designed to promote access to timely diagnosis and treatment of cancer and other chronic diseases by eliminating barriers to care, and has often been proposed and implemented to address these challenges. However, unresolved questions include where patient navigation programs should be deployed, and which patients should be prioritized to receive navigation services when resources are limited. To address these issues and facilitate discussion on how to improve navigation services for patients with cancer, the National Cancer Policy Forum of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine held a workshop on November 13 and 14, 2017. At this workshop, a broad range of experts and stakeholders, including clinicians, navigators, researchers, and patients, explored which patients need navigation and who should serve as navigators, and the benefits of navigation and current gaps in the evidence base.
Download or read book Targeted Therapies in Lung Cancer Management Strategies for Nurses and Practitioners written by Marianne Davies and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-07-16 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book aims to educate nurses and advanced practice providers (APP’s) about known mutations, availability of targeted therapy and the management of patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It will educate nurses and practitioners about the scope of therapy to assure safe and effective lung cancer treatment. In this era of personalized medicine, nurses and APP’s are responsible for guiding patients from diagnosis through treatment. This starts with the identification of patients that can benefit from these therapies, the key role of biopsy acquisition (ie. what to test, when and how often) and treatment selection based on the mutation identified. Readers will learn about the mechanisms of action, administration, potential adverse side effects and unique management strategies for these targeted agents. Lung cancer continues to be the leading cause of cancer death in the United States and worldwide. Recent advances in the identification of specific oncogenic mutations that drive cancer development, growth and metastasis have led to major paradigm shifts in lung cancer treatment. Sophisticated methods are required to identify specific mutations at the time of diagnosis. This book explains how molecularly targeted therapies have been developed that target these drivers. To date, several tyrosine kinase inhibitors have been approved to target the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), EML4-ALK ,ROS1 and BRAF. Most recently, immune checkpoint inhibitors have been approved with some indication that efficacy may be enhanced for patients who overexpress PD-L1. While some driver mutations have been identified, there is ongoing investigation into additional mutations. In the case of driver mutations, lung cancers will develop resistance to therapy. This book provides nurses and APP’s with the mechanisms of resistance that have been identified such as T790 mutation and many others in the EGFR mutation, and shows how the next level of drug development is focused on identifying mechanisms of resistance and development of new agents that overcome these mutations. With this book in hand, nurses and practitioners will be able to navigate patients through this ever expanding field of lung cancer treatment.
Download or read book Lung Cancer and Personalized Medicine written by Aamir Ahmad and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-12-14 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This, the first of two volumes on personalized medicine in lung cancer, touches on the core issues related to the understanding of lung cancer—statistics and epidemiology of lung cancer—along with the incidence of lung cancer in non-smokers. A major focus of this volume is the state of current therapies against lung cancer—immune, targeted therapies against EGFR TKIs, KRAS, ALK, angiogenesis; the associated challenges, especially resistance mechanisms; and recent progress in targeted drug development based on metal chemistry. Chapters are written by some of the leading experts in the field, who provide a better understanding of lung cancer, the factors that make it lethal, and current research focused on developing personalized treatment plans. With a unique mix of topics, this volume summarizes the current state-of-knowledge on lung cancer and the available therapies.
Download or read book Johns Hopkins Patients Guide to Lung Cancer written by Justin F. Klamerus and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2010-05-07 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Johns Hopkins Patients' Guide to Lung Cancer is a concise, easy-to-follow “how to” guide that puts you on the path to wellness by explaining lung cancer treatment from start to finish. It guides you through the overwhelming maze of treatment decisions, simplifies the complicated schedule that lies ahead, and performs the task of putting together your plan of care in layman's terms. Empower yourself with accurate, understandable information that will give you the ability to confidently participate in the decision making about your care and treatment.
Download or read book Patient Navigation Models for Lung Cancer written by and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
