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Hypofractionated Whole Breast Radiation Suitable for Many, New ASTRO Guidelines State
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Hypofractionated (HF) whole breast irradiation (WBI) is effective for many patients with early-stage breast cancer, according to new evidence-based guidelines issued by the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO).
 
The guidelines, published online in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology∙Biology∙Physics, the official ASTRO journal, define appropriate fractionation of WBI.
 
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Racial, Ethnic Disparities Remain a Challenge in US Healthcare System
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Changes in the US healthcare system are needed to overcome continuing racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare, according to the American College of Physicians (ACP).
 
Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Health Care, Updated 2010, which updates a policy paper released in 2003, outlines recommendations on how to close the gap between racial and ethnic minority patients and their white counterparts.
 
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Managed Care Pharmacy Tools Help Make Healthcare More Affordable
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Strong evidence demonstrates the effectiveness of several managed care pharmacy tools for achieving intended outcomes, such as increased utilization of preferred drugs, formulary compliance, and decreased prescription drug spending, according to an Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP)-sponsored literature review.
 
The review, conducted by Abt Associates, Cambridge, Massachusetts, examined six managed care pharmacy interventions:
  • Step therapy (7 studies)
  • Prior authorization review (9 studies)
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Intensive Chemo Not Beneficial for Most Older AML Patients
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The majority of patients 70 years or older with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) have a poor prognosis and may not benefit from intensive chemotherapy, a study by M. D. Anderson Cancer Center researchers indicates.
 
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Evolution in Oncology Practice Management: Part 1
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As health plans grapple with the rapidly rising cost of oncology medications and a “buy and bill” system that does not work for physicians or for the plans, they are seeking new strategies for providing these life-saving drugs to their members and for freeing up oncology and hematology practices to focus solely on caring for patients, not managing a pharmacy.

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Oncology Nurses Play a Pivotal Role in Amyloidosis Management
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Oncology Nurses Play a Pivotal Role in Amyloidosis Management

Although primary amyloidosis is rare, oncology nurses have a broad range of responsibilities in managing patients who develop this disorder, researchers said.

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Steeplechase Cancer Center Provides Patient-centered Care in Community Setting
June 2010 Vol 3, No 4

Steeplechase Cancer Center at Somerset Medical Center in Somerville, New Jersey, was established in 2007 in response to community needs for easily accessible high-quality cancer care. The center is named for the steeplechase horse race, held each October in the neighboring community of Far Hills, New Jersey. Proceeds from the race are donated to the center and go to support expanded facilities and services.

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Changes Ahead with Healthcare Reform: What’s in Store for Oncology Pharmacy?
June 2010 Vol 3, No 4

NEW ORLEANS—With the passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, many changes are in store that will affect the field of oncology. Joseph S. Bailes, MD, chairman of the Government Relations Council and past-president of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, described what oncology pharmacists can expect in his keynote address.

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