Publications by authors named "Mary Heery"
Article Synopsis
- Aromatase inhibitors are the preferred treatment for estrogen/progesterone receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women, targeting the enzyme responsible for estrogen production.
- Various clinical trials demonstrate the effectiveness of these inhibitors, but some patients struggle with adherence due to drug interactions and side effects.
- Providing education on how to manage side effects and the importance of adherence is crucial for improving treatment outcomes.
Scalp Cooling: Implementing a Cold Cap Program at a Community Breast Health Center.
Clin J Oncol Nurs
June 2019
Many patients undergoing cancer treatment experience alopecia. To support patients, scalp cooling programs can be coordinated and implemented to educate patients and their caregivers on the benefits of and best practices for using cold caps to limit the extent of hair loss. In addition, fundraising events can alleviate the cost of cold caps and ensure that the treatment is more widely available to qualified patients.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTamoxifen is a lifesaving treatment for millions of breast cancer patients worldwide. Yet taking tamoxifen may be challenging for some patients due to issues of compliance, drug interactions, and surgical considerations. Educating patients with a one-page teaching sheet, "Precautions for Patients Taking Tamoxifen," may improve tamoxifen's effectiveness and prevent complications.
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