Why Social Support Matters in Cancer Care
Cancer affects millions of people worldwide, not just physically, but emotionally and psychologically as well. The journey through cancer diagnosis, treatment, and recovery can be an incredibly challenging one, often accompanied by feelings of fear, uncertainty, and isolation. During this difficult time, social support is immensely important. Social support, provided by family, friends, and healthcare […]
The Big Four: Understanding Breast, Colon, Lung, and Prostate Cancer
Among the many types of cancer, four stand out as some of the most prevalent and impactful: breast, colon, lung, and prostate cancer. These cancers share one characteristic, high incidence rates. In this post, we delve into the big four cancers, exploring their key features, risk factors, and the importance of early detection and prevention. […]
Why April Matters: Testicular Cancer Awareness Month
The month of April is recognized as Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about this important issue and encourage men to take charge of their health. Here at Ardynn, we understand the impact that cancer can have on individuals and their families. That’s why we’re committed to spreading awareness and educating others […]
The Benefits of Shared Decision-Making
Making the most informed treatment decisions is vital for new patients and their families. Shared decision-making allows patients to have a say in their treatment methods while also allowing healthcare professionals to provide the best individualized treatment possible. Because nobody knows a patient better than themselves, allowing patients a voice in their care can change […]
Sweden Leads The Way In Monitoring Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Through Active Surveillance
On November 17th, specialists from the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Michigan discussed their methods for achieving very high levels of active monitoring during a webinar hosted by the Active Surveillance Coalition. Although active surveillance has been shown to prevent prostate cancer overtreatment, most nations still neglect it. According to American models, cost-effective prostate […]
Impact of Race & Ethnicity on Cancer Treatment and Outcomes
African American patients are more comfortable working with providers of the same race. Still, only about 3% of US oncologists are Black, reducing participation during medical visits. Providers believed African American care could be improved by increasing cultural sensitivity through education and training initiatives and increasing staff diversity. A recent study indicated a need to […]
Leveraging Real-World Evidence to Support Patient-Centric Care
A cancer diagnosis is terrifying, and treatment choices are complex, with profound impacts on finances and quality of life. There are usually several treatment options presented to patients, depending on the patient’s age, other medical conditions, and the severity of the disease. All treatments are associated with their benefits and tradeoffs. As a result, physicians […]
The Benefits of Shared Decision-Making
Shared decision-making and value-based care are emerging approaches to obtaining additional value from patient care. Shared decision-making is the process of interacting with patients who wish to be involved in arriving at an informed, values-based choice among two or more medically reasonable alternatives. It attempts to stimulate collaborative discussion between physicians and patients to better […]
Importance Of Early Detection Of Cancer
While a cancer diagnosis can strike fear into the hearts of many, there are now effective treatments for many types of the disease. There is a sizable population of people who have survived cancer, particularly in Western nations like the United States and Europe. Scientific progress in cancer treatment, such as advances in technology, detection/diagnostic […]
Is truly personalized cancer treatment possible?
You may be familiar with the term “personalized medicine.” This means that your treatment will be tailored to your genes and the nature of your disease. The information for how your cells should increase and change over time is stored in your genes. Specific genes are involved in or affected by many types of cancer. […]
