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Information, articles and news about cancer and oncological care from Verdi Cancer and Research Center of Texas.
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The Importance of Cancer Prevention Research
Cancer prevention research is extremely integral in the oncology field. Over the years, oncology research has allowed scientists to learn about cancer’s onset, growth, and treatment. Because of this knowledge, doctors have discovered better prevention methods and targeted treatments. The…
Read Full5 Emerging Trends in Community Oncology
In recent years, new oncology trends have developed that can transform the way the oncology market functions. From 2015 to 2050, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the cancer incidence rate will increase by 49 percent. As…
Read FullThe Oncology Care Model: Improving Patient Outcomes and Lowering Costs
Oncology care is one of the most progressive medical fields to be a part of. There are constant innovations that help to improve patient outcomes and reduce mortality rates. The oncology care model (OCM) is one of the most promising…
Read FullAdjusting to Life With Cancer
A cancer diagnosis is one of the most shocking and devastating experiences you can go through. Cancer affects people of all ages, backgrounds, and lifestyles, but no one expects to be personally afflicted by the disease. Although modern medicine and…
Read FullThe Role of Patient-Reported Outcomes in Clinical Trials
Between 1999 and 2021, the U.S. conducted more clinical trials than any other developed country, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), which was 157,618 trials. Coming in for a relatively close second was China, having conducted 80,333 studies in…
Read FullReducing the Financial Burden of Cancer Treatment
In 2018, healthcare costs for cancer patients in the United States totaled over $112 billion, creating a financial burden for individuals and American society. Some oncology practices adopt a medical model that offers a wide range of patient resources and…
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