Palliative Care News

John A. Glaspy, MD, MPH, has been named the inaugural Simms/Mann Family Foundation endowed chair in integrative oncology at University of California, Los Angeles.

Stereotactic body radiation therapy appeared more effective than conventional radiation in alleviating pain from spinal tumors, according to a Canadian Cancer Trials Group phase 2/phase 3 study presented at the virtual ASTRO Annual Meeting.

Four Cleveland Clinic oncology staff members have been appointed to new roles at Taussig Cancer Institute.

Extended loneliness can have grave effects for patients with cancer, and the COVID-19 pandemic has compounded the potential risks.

The future held promise at the onset of 2020.

Pain and other common adverse effects of cancer treatment — such as nausea and vomiting, mucositis, depression or anxiety — can dramatically decrease quality of life.

The successful completion of active treatment is an important milestone for anyone who has lived with cancer. However, being cancer-free does not always bring the peace of mind patients might expect.

Olanzapine appeared to improve symptoms of nausea and vomiting unrelated to chemotherapy or radiotherapy among patients with advanced cancer, according to results of a randomized pilot trial published in JAMA Oncology.

An integrative palliative and oncology care model improved quality of life, psychological distress and end-of-life care among patients with acute myeloid leukemia, according to a study presented during the ASCO20 Virtual Scientific Program.

Viewing a video detailing hospice options did not significantly impact preferences for hospice care among patients with advanced cancer and their caregivers, according to results of a randomized study published in Cancer.