The world of “-omics” is vastly changing the landscape of accelerated research and its translation to patient care. Understanding this complex science, particularly in the world of oncogenomics, can be daunting. Questions arise pertaining to how nurses can best educate patients who are forced to...

Mutations linked to hereditary cancer syndromes may increase an individual’s risk of developing cancer, as well as its recurrence. New genes that may also carry pathogenic mutations associated with cancer risk have been identified; as a result, individuals previously tested should consider...

Background: Cytogenetic and molecular features of diseases, such as B-cell precursor acute lymphoblastic leukemia (BCP-ALL), are increasingly used for diagnostic, prognostic, and treatment decisions in health care. Objectives: This review provides information on the current recommendations for...

The primary goal of the thousands of registered trials in cancer research is to extend survival. With evaluation of efficacy, safety, and tolerability, healthcare providers must ensure that the principles described in the Belmont Report are upheld and that patients are truly informed when signing a...