Lisa Schulmeister MN, RN, FAAN

Melanoma is on the rise in children and teenagers.

The number of cancer survivors in the US continues to rise.

RNs with baccalaureate degrees provide the best post-surgical care.

The incidence of cervical cancer, an HPV-associated cancer, declined slightly; however, incidence rates increased for oropharyngeal and anal cancer, which also are considered HPV-associated cancers.

A money-losing proposition for most practices.

Using different selection criteria for screening is superior to currently recommended criteria.

A consensus panel issues a set of discharge warning instructions regarding colorectal surgery.

For the first time, Consumer Reports issues ratings of cancer screening tests.

An effective alternative to mastectomy for early stage disease regardless of age or hormone receptor status.

Screening rates are lower than desired, and disparities continue.

The FDA approved 11 new hematology-oncology drugs in 2012.

ASCO issues recommendations for improving cancer survivorship care.

Surprising findings about tumor board effectiveness in the VA system.

Patients considering chemotherapy treatment need to understand the risks and benefits of treatment in order to make an informed decision to undergo-or forgo-treatment.

Nurses again rank highest in Gallup's survey on honesty and ethical standards.

Of the 10 most lethal cancers, it's the only one with a single digit survival rate.

Updated Cochrane review supports the benefits of aerobic exercise.

Since last year, there has been significant improvement in career satisfaction.

Oncology nurses have the opportunity to educate both their patients and their physician colleagues about appropriate chemotherapy dosing for overweight and obese patients with cancer.

YouTube video provides guidance on assessing for skin cancer.

Does "think pink" actually raise awareness of breast cancer?

Study finds that stability beyond the expiration date is surprisingly long-term.

There now are many phone-based "self-help" tools.

Providing oncology care is in itself intense and challenging, and the ongoing shortage of oncology drugs has made clinical practice even more challenging as we deal with the shortage on a very personal level.

The World Trade Center Health Program will begin covering 50 cancer types.

Use of interception practices was associated with fewer medication errors.

Recent analysis finds that mortality is reduced, but the association is smaller than previously reported.

The American Society of Clinical Oncology offers a host of resources for cancer care providers and patients with cancer.

More patients assigned per nurse and higher nurse burnout rates contribute to higher infection rates.

Transmission via healthcare workers is still occurring.