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*Oncology Nurse Navigators ... treatments and hospital visits. The ONN will guide you on your path through cancer care ... . Oncology Nurse Navigators If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, you’re likely feeling ... nurse navigator;oncology;16226

*Infusion Clinic Chemo ... Chemotherapy typically takes place at a hospital’s outpatient infusion center. Other location ... Infusion Clinic: What to Know Getting a cancer diagnosis is an emotional and challenging experience ... peripheral IV;chemo infusion clinic;chemotherapy;central line IV;16190

. Your oncologist may also act as the lead healthcare provider for all your cancer care. Oncology ... , form your cancer care team. Cancer Treatment Team Your cancer treatment team may include many ... cancer;cancer treatment;oncology;surgeon;oncologist;oncology nurse;treatment team;radiologist;p07151

*Cancer Tx Center Choosing ... to get treatment. Finding Your Cancer Care Home: Tips for Choosing the Right Center It’s ... is finding the right place to get treatment. The cancer care center you choose should be able to meet ... cancer treatment;cancer treatment center;16204

*Cancer Tx Prep ... than 60 cancer treatment centers across the U.S. that meet its standards of care. You might want to ... treatment centers in your area. Preparing for Cancer Treatment How can you get ready for ... cancer treatment preparation;oncologist;cancer treatment center;second opinion;cancer support;p07317

*Oncology Team Pediatric ... advanced training to care for children with cancer. They may help the doctor manage your child’s symptoms ... diseases. Pediatric oncologist. This doctor manages your child's cancer care. They get advanced ... 40339;cancer in children, your child's health care team;child cancer, health care team;pediatric cancer, health care team

Cancer Diagnosis: Genetic Services ... you. Genetic Services for Cancer Diagnosis: When, Where, How If cancer runs in your family ... If you have a family history of multiple cases of the same or related types of cancer, you ... genetic services;family history;genetic diseases;familial cancer;p07215;genetic testing for cancer

*Cancer Tx Infusion Packing List ... infusion clinic. Infusion for Cancer Treatment: 10 Things to Bring with You If you’re about to start ... infusions for cancer treatment, you might be nervous as you head to your first appointment. That’s ... infusion packing list;chemotherapy;cancer treatment;16133

*Breast Cancer Adjuvant Tx ... might be given in your provider's office. Or it may be given in an outpatient infusion center ... provider's office. Or you can be treated in an outpatient infusion center. Another type of targeted ... cancer;Breast Cancer Treatments;Oncology;chemotherapy;radiation therapy;hormone therapy;adjuvant ... Treating breast cancer adjuvant therapy;adjuvant therapy for treating breast cancer;treating breast

*Cancer SDOH Transportation ... hospital or cancer center. They may be able to: Suggest a van service at the cancer center Find a ... On top of resources at your cancer center, there are many companies with programs dedicated to ... cancer treatment;SDOH;transportation issues;16149

*Cancer Tx Get Second Opinion ... you to another specialist. NCI Contact Center. This is a service of the National Cancer ... provider's feelings by asking for a second opinion. This is often done when it comes to cancer care. And your ... cancer treatment;second opinion for;18197-1

Detailed information on cancer in children Topic Index - Oncology Oncology Home About ... Cancer Cancer Overview Causes of Cancer Diagnosing Cancer Treatment for Cancer ... Cancer, Chemotherapy, Bone Marrow Transplant, Leukemia, Wilms Tumor, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin

*Cancer Tx Emotional Support ... to help people cope with the emotional impact of cancer. Or they may connect you with an oncology ... can find support groups through hospitals, cancer centers, or nonprofit organizations. There are ... cancer treatment;emotional support;support group;16173

radiology is also called radiation oncology or radiation therapy. It's the treatment of cancer and ... in 1899. It involved a case of skin cancer. Radiation oncology became a medical specialty in 1922 ... therapeutic radiology;radiation oncology;external beam therapy;brachytherapy;p09513

*Cancer Appointments SDOH ... Social Determinants Affect Cancer Care: Making Appointments a Priority Going to regular healthcare ... early Quality cancer care and treatments Healthy foods and ways to exercise Why keeping ... cancer treatment;SDOH;medical appointments;16184

*Cancer Tx Home Help ... diagnosed with cancer. You can find these through your local hospital or cancer center. Self-care is ... people with cancer. Search online for services near you and ask about special rates. Finding a ... cancer treatment;groceries and meals;home care;household tasks;16135

Your Managed Care Plan: Coverage for Cancer Treatment ... technology produces new services for cancer patients, managed care plans evaluate these new services to ... of care (the healthcare provider), where that care can be delivered (the facility providing services ... managed care plan;questions about managed care;coverage for cancer treatment for managed care;26500-1

oncology uses radiation to treat cancer (and a few other diseases). Also uses imaging, such as CT ... outpatient centers Specialized centers, such as cancer, urology, obstetric-gynecologist, or sports medicine centers

*Cancer Tx Financial Resources ... needed. Your cancer care team can help you with the approval. You may be able to negotiate with your ... Even with insurance, cancer treatment can be expensive. Thankfully, there are resources that ... cancer treatment;health insurance;Treatment affordability;16134

*Cancer Resources Support ... You can’t fight cancer alone. Reach out. Get support from family, friends, and others who ... care about you. Let other people assist you. It can help you feel better both during and after ... Oncology;patient;information;General;resources;resources;cancer;oncology;on1022a;82317