Publications by authors named "G Buyens"
The personalized information service My Cancer Navigator (MCN) answers therapy-related questions of patients with cancer and their caregivers, to address information needs and contribute to shared decision-making (SDM). An explorative and descriptive cross-sectional study using online surveys was conducted to assess whether users perceived a change in factors contributing to SDM after using the service. Of 253 invited MCN users, 109 (43.
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- Cancer patients should take an active role in their treatment decisions by collaborating with healthcare professionals, but they first need accurate information about their options and side effects.
- Misinformation from various media sources can complicate patients’ understanding, highlighting the need for improved health literacy to combat false health practices.
- The paper identifies gaps in cancer literacy across Europe, particularly among disadvantaged social groups, and emphasizes the importance of boosting patient knowledge to enhance treatment experiences and outcomes.
The influence of medium-chain glycerides on performance and gastrointestinal well-being in weaning piglets was assessed. First, caproic (C6), caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid activity against Escherichia coli was screened in vitro. Pig flora of the whole small intestine was used as inoculum.
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