1 in 4 patients at gynecologic oncology clinic lack adequate cancer health literacy

March 29, 2023 9:55 am

by Matthew Shinkle

One of every four patients with a gynecologic oncology office visit had inadequate levels of cancer health literacy, according to data presented at Society of Gynecologic Oncology Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer.

Researchers found racial and ethnic … Read more

Ovarian Cancer in Black and African American Communities

February 3, 2023 3:10 pm

Ovarian cancer outcomes are less positive for Black and African American persons compared to other communities, but the reasons why are not entirely clear. Anne Mette Buhl, PhD, Director of Science and Clinical Trials, from The Clearity Foundation, recently contributed Read more

Study yields insights into patient perceptions of cancer clinical trial benefits, burdens

February 1, 2023 2:09 pm

by Jennifer Byrne

Patient withdrawal from cancer clinical trials can result in systematic bias, insufficiently powered studies and a loss of valuable scientific knowledge, according to a study in JAMA Network Open.

Although increased attention has been paid to … Read more

Watch for New Psych Disorders in the Spouses of Cancer Patients

January 5, 2023 10:44 am

— Risk especially high within the first year after cancer diagnosis

by Kristen Monaco

Clearity offers psychosocial support through our Steps Through OC program for patients, survivors and caregivers. If you would like personal one-to-one assistance with the stress and Read more

‘Disenchanted’ Star And Passionate Cancer Advocate Patrick Dempsey Reminds Caregivers To ‘Take Care Of Yourself’

November 26, 2022 2:29 pm

by Teaganne Finn

Actor Patrick Dempsey, 56, has a warm message for all the cancer caregivers— take care of yourself, too. The Greys Anatomy star knows first hand how taxing it can be as a caregiver for a sick loved … Read more

Eligibility Not Responsible for Under Representations in Cancer Clinical Trials

October 18, 2022 10:16 am

by Jessica Nye, PhD

Left image: Eligibility and opportunity for participation in cancer clinical trials was found to be similar across race, level of disadvantage, and residential area. Source: Getty Images

Eligibility was not found to drive disparities in clinical … Read more

Insurance Type Linked With Disparities in the Treatment of Gynecologic Cancer

October 14, 2022 10:36 am

by Jordyn Sava

In the interview with Targeted Oncology, Anna Jo Bodurtha Smith, MD, discusses the effects various insurance types have on the quality of care of patients with gynecologic cancers.Whether a patient with gynecologic cancer has insurance or is … Read more

Fertility Concerns a Significant Issue for Gynecologic Cancer Survivors

July 29, 2022 12:59 pm

by Jessica Nye, PhD

A systematic review found that fertility and parenthood were important and affected quality of life for young patients with gynecologic cancers; however, counseling and referral to fertility services is suboptimal. These findings were published in The Read more

Effects of Food Insecurity Interventions on Cancer Treatment Adherence, Completion

July 13, 2022 11:22 am

by Vicki Moore, PhD

A recent study evaluated the effects programs aimed at addressing food insecurity have on treatment outcomes for patients with cancer. Each intervention seemed beneficial, with a voucher-plus-pantry program appearing to be the most effective. The study’s … Read more

Ovarian cancer survivors have shown resilience in the face of the pandemic, but are still at risk for mental health challenges

June 8, 2022 5:08 pm

by University of Chicago Medical Center

Clearity offers psychosocial support through our Steps Through OC program for patients, survivors and caregivers. If you would like personal one-to-one assistance with the stress and challenges associated with an ovarian cancer diagnosis, our

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Online tool helps ovarian cancer patients feel more in control of symptoms

February 8, 2022 9:38 am

PITTSBURGH – An online symptom management tool that harnesses the problem-solving benefits of expressive writing could help women with ovarian cancer better manage complex symptoms, according to a new study led by a University of Pittsburgh and UPMC nurse-scientist.

Published … Read more

Patients With Cancer Deserve Respect, Civility and a Voice in Their Treatment

October 6, 2021 12:00 am

By Kelly Irvin

Health care isn’t something that is done to you. You participate in it. You’re part of the team. If your team is letting you down, say so. If they don’t do better, consider seeking health care providers Read more

Attachment Insecurity and Depression, Anxiety in Ovarian Cancer Patient Partner-Caregivers

September 24, 2021 12:00 am

By Jessica Nye, PhD

A cross-sectional study found that caregivers of patients with ovarian cancer were experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety which were affected by attachment avoidance. These findings were published in Current Oncology.

Caregivers are an important … Read more

Improving Social Needs For Women With Gynecological Cancer Could Improve Outcomes and Lessen Healthcare Disparities

August 4, 2021 4:04 pm

By Ariana Pelosci

Women with gynecologic cancer who experience an improvement of social needs such as companionship and food insecurity could experience improved outcomes.

The identification of social needs and accompanying solutions could result in more actionable health care disparities … Read more

Luci Berardi: Writing a New Chapter on Ovarian Cancer

April 15, 2021 10:30 am

Luci Berardi had known for three months that something was wrong. As a yoga practitioner and instructor, she was very much in tune with her body, and the changes she was noticing were odd and disconcerting.

First there was the … Read more

What to Know About Telehealth for Ovarian Cancer

April 2, 2021 1:30 am

Ovarian cancer is a serious gynecologic cancer and the fifth leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in the United States.1 To minimize the risk of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) transmission while … Read more

Kristen’s Story: Holding On to Hope

March 25, 2021 3:00 pm

October of 2019, I had my initial tumor removal via an oophorectomy. My oncologist was extremely empathetic and insisted that all measures would be taken to preserve my fertility given my age. However, on November 13, 2019, three weeks following … Read more

Clearity Caregiver’s Week – Denise and Michelle’s Story

February 21, 2021 6:00 pm

Eleven years ago, my wife and I had the rug pulled out from under us. Michelle was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and we were thrust into a new, alien world—Michelle as patient, and me as caregiver—a role I frankly wasn’t … Read more

Clearity Caregiver’s Week: Laurie and Jason’s Story

February 18, 2021 2:00 am

When diagnosed, there’s so much to deal with. After years of warning signs and my primary care doctor treating me for a myriad of medical issues, I presented with excruciating torso and belly pain, a distended stomach & difficulty breathing … Read more

Proper Staging of Early-Stage Ovarian Cancer Before Treatment Provides Critical Information for Potentially Improved Outcomes

January 5, 2021 6:00 am

A gynecologic oncology expert from the University of California, Davis reviewed early-stage ovarian cancer and the importance of knowing what options are available before, during and after treatment.

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Although patients diagnosed with early-stage ovarian cancer can … Read more