Oophorectomy in younger women leads to decreased bone mineral density (BMD) and a higher prevalence of arthritis, according to a study reported at the 2011 CTRC-AACR San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.
Quinoa, the ancient “grain” of the Andes, cultivated for over 7000 years, has transitioned itself into our present-day kitchens and the title of a modern-day superfood. The Incas believed quinoa to be a sacred food and referred to the “grain” as the “mother seed.” Many years later, this superfood would make its way to the United States, where its popularity continues to grow as its numerous nutritional benefits are spotlighted.
Mediterranean White Bean and Lentil Salad
Ingredients
Roasted Beet and Grilled Asparagus Salad With Orange Tarragon Sour Cream
1 bunch asparagus 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 tablespoon chopped thyme 1 bunch beets 2 oranges, juice and zest 2 oranges, halved and sliced 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped tarragon 4 tablespoons low-fat sour cream 1 bunch leeks, cut into strips and blanched
1.Roast beets in a 350-degree oven for 45 minutes. Peel while still warm and let cool. Cut into slices.
Cancer and its treatments can cause sexual side effects, and oncology nurses are often in the best position to bring up the topic and provide useful information as well as emotional support. The most important thing a nurse can do to help patients is to initiate the discussion.
There has been increasing recognition of the importance of cultural competence in caring for patients and in improving patient outcomes. This subject was explored by Wael Al Zayyer, PhD, Executive Consultant at the King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Damman, Saudi Arabia, during the 12th Annual Oncology Nursing Society Institute of Learning.
Many cancer survivors who thought they were fertile now may be finding that is not the case. New research is suggesting that current estimates of the impact of chemotherapy on women’s reproductive health are too low.
Researchers at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) say their analysis of the age-specific, longterm effects of chemotherapy provides new insights that will help patients and clinicians make more informed decisions about future reproductive options, such as egg harvesting (Cancer. September 1, 2011. Epub ahead of print).
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