Breast Cancer

The Norma F. Pfriem Breast Care Center (NPBCC) is a comprehensive breast care center, providing screening, diagnosis, treatment, outreach, and supportive services.

Stress Therapy Empowering Prevention (STEP): A Healthy Lifestyle Program for Breast Cancer Patients

By Amy M. Burke, RN, BSN; Darrell L. Ellsworth, PhD; Marina N. Vernalis, DO, FACC

Breast Cancer, Original Research

February 2012 Vol 3, No 1

Extensive reports have documented the relationship between lifestyle changes and morbidity/ mortality associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Patient Navigation: Blending Imaging and Oncology in Breast Cancer

By Jeannine Arias, RN, MBA, MSN, CBCN, CBPN-IC

Breast Cancer, Navigation, Original Research

February 2012 Vol 3, No 1

Patient navigation in cancer care refers to the individualized care provided to breast cancer patients, families, and caregivers to ease multiple barriers and facilitate timely access to qualified medical and psychosocial care.

Beyond the Shock: An Online Resource From the National Breast Cancer Foundation

By Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG

Breast Cancer, Resources

February 2012 Vol 3, No 1

The mission of the National Breast Cancer Foundation is to save lives through early detection and to provide mammograms for those in need.

From Breast Cancer Screening to Definitive Diagnosis: Strategies for Successfully Serving the Underserved

By Dawn Parsons, RN, OCN; Diana Phillips, MAHS; Joni Watson, MSN, RN, OCN

AONN+ Conference Abstracts, Breast Cancer

November 2011 Vol 2, No 6

Uninsured patients receive half the care of their insured counterparts, leading to poorer health outcomes as a result of delayed diagnoses.

The Use of Interval Education in the Navigation of Breast Cancer Patients

By Jane Zubia, RN, OCN, CN-BN; Laura Beaupre, RN, BSN, OCN, CN-BN; Diane McHugh, BSN, OCN, CBPN-IC; Nadesda Mack, RN, BSN, MBA, OCN