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First Edition: June 2, 2014

Today's headlines include reports about state health law implementation activities as well as the next steps regarding the difficulties at the VA health system.

2 Jun 2014

HCV reactivation may not worsen survival outcomes for lymphoma patients with HIV

More than a quarter of HIV+ patients are also infected with the Hepatitis C virus (HCV), which may complicate treatment and care decisions after a cancer diagnosis. The specifics of those complications haven't been well-researched in the past. Results from a new Fox Chase Cancer Center study on this patient population may start filling in that gap.

31 May 2014

OncLive announces 2014 Giants of Cancer Care

OncLive today announced the 2014 Giants of Cancer Care, 16 heroes in the oncology field whose careers have been dedicated to improving or prolonging the lives of those with cancer. The second annual Giants of Cancer Care class will be honored during a special reception tonight in Chicago.

31 May 2014

New data on Gilotrif and investigational compounds to be presented at 50th ASCO annual meeting

Boehringer Ingelheim today announced that new data will be presented from 7 abstracts for Gilotrif (afatinib) and investigational compounds, including nintedanib and BI 836845, from its oncology pipeline at the 50th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) in Chicago, IL, on May 30 – June 3, 2014.

31 May 2014

Palliative care can reduce pain and other distressing symptoms

When three-year-old Rachel was diagnosed with cancer, it was one of the worst days of her mother's life. Tests, medications, surgery—young Rachel's life turned upside down.

31 May 2014

Northwestern Medicine allergist offers tips to fight allergies

Nasal congestion, sneezing, and itchy and watery eyes — for the nearly 50 million Americans with seasonal allergies, these are the true rites of spring

31 May 2014

Patients with AIDS-related lymphomas may face increased risk of CNSi

Patients with AIDS-related lymphomas (ARL) may face an increased risk of central nervous system involvement (CNSi) compared to other lymphomas. The effect of CNSi on survival outcomes, however, hasn't been thoroughly examined until now.

31 May 2014

Ventas to deliver presentation at NAREIT REITWeek 2014 Conference, New York

Ventas, Inc. ("Ventas" or the "Company") announced today that management will make a presentation regarding the Company at the NAREIT REITWeek 2014 Conference in New York, New York on Wednesday, June 4, 2014, at 3:45 p.m. Eastern Time.

31 May 2014

Researchers analysis adjuvant chemotherapy's impact on overall survival in patients with stage III STS

Fox Chase Cancer Center researchers have carried out the first retrospective analysis of adjuvant chemotherapy's impact on overall survival in patients with stage III soft tissue sarcomas (STS), adjusted for socioeconomic status and other variables.

31 May 2014

Genetic changes can predict which patient will benefit from chemotherapy before bladder cancer surgery

Three genetic changes can predict whether a patient will benefit from chemotherapy before surgery to remove bladder cancer, according to new findings presented by Fox Chase Cancer Center researchers during the 50th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.

31 May 2014

Use of chemotherapy before surgery to remove ovarian cancer has increased dramatically

The use of chemotherapy before surgery to remove ovarian cancer has increased dramatically in recent decades, particularly among certain patients, according to a new analysis from Fox Chase Cancer Center that will be presented at the 50th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.

31 May 2014

Discontinuing statins in patients with advanced illnesses improves quality of life

People in the late stages of cancer and other terminal illnesses are not only unharmed by discontinuing statins for cholesterol management, they may benefit, according to a study presented Friday by researchers at Duke Medicine representing a national research network.

31 May 2014

State highlights: Complaint says Fla. plans tried to keep out AIDS patients; Ill. restores some Medicaid services; Fla. Gov. to sue feds

Four Florida insurance companies offering Affordable Care Act policies are discriminating against people with HIV or AIDS, according to two health-rights organizations that plan to file a formal complaint with the federal government Thursday.

30 May 2014

Medicare intends to penalize hospitals for giving followup care to seniors

Medicare has announced plans to penalize 2,633 hospitals for giving followup care to seniors, even if the care was appropriate.

30 May 2014

Nursing professor examines stress levels of online and campus students

As a nursing professor assigned to one of UT Arlington's first online master's degree courses, Ronda Mintz-Binder had a stake in learning to motivate students online.

30 May 2014

Marmoset monkey may offer clues to reducing stillbirths in human mothers

The marmoset monkey may offer clues to reducing stillbirths in human mothers, according to new research at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Nursing.

30 May 2014

Study explores role of family factors in CPAP adherence in sleep apnea patients

A new study suggests that people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who are single or have unsupportive family relationships may be less likely to adhere to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy.

30 May 2014

Hand sanitizer powerful weapon against current measles outbreak

With measles cases in the U.S. at a 20-year high, it's more important than ever to keep your hands clean. Measles, caused by an airborne virus that's spread by breathing, coughing, and sneezing, can linger for up to two hours in the air or on surfaces.

30 May 2014

Study explores how ACA empowers CRNAs to make anesthesia services more accessible to patients

As a profession, nurse anesthesia is at a tipping point. While recent federal legislation and changes to the U.S. Medicare program have expanded opportunities for certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) to provide care to more patients and receive reimbursement for their services, many states still restrict their scope of practice and limit their pay.

29 May 2014

Griffith University-led student midwives clinic benefits expectant mothers

Expectant mothers on the Gold Coast are benefitting with the launch of a Griffith University-led student midwives clinic.

29 May 2014

Nursing News and Research

Latest Nursing News and Research

First Edition: June 2, 2014

HCV reactivation may not worsen survival outcomes for lymphoma patients with HIV

OncLive announces 2014 Giants of Cancer Care

New data on Gilotrif and investigational compounds to be presented at 50th ASCO annual meeting

Palliative care can reduce pain and other distressing symptoms

Northwestern Medicine allergist offers tips to fight allergies

Patients with AIDS-related lymphomas may face increased risk of CNSi

Ventas to deliver presentation at NAREIT REITWeek 2014 Conference, New York

Researchers analysis adjuvant chemotherapy's impact on overall survival in patients with stage III STS

Genetic changes can predict which patient will benefit from chemotherapy before bladder cancer surgery

Use of chemotherapy before surgery to remove ovarian cancer has increased dramatically

Discontinuing statins in patients with advanced illnesses improves quality of life

State highlights: Complaint says Fla. plans tried to keep out AIDS patients; Ill. restores some Medicaid services; Fla. Gov. to sue feds

Medicare intends to penalize hospitals for giving followup care to seniors

Nursing professor examines stress levels of online and campus students

Marmoset monkey may offer clues to reducing stillbirths in human mothers

Study explores role of family factors in CPAP adherence in sleep apnea patients

Hand sanitizer powerful weapon against current measles outbreak

Study explores how ACA empowers CRNAs to make anesthesia services more accessible to patients

Griffith University-led student midwives clinic benefits expectant mothers

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