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shermandarlene

ICG Dye Could Change Vulvar Cancer Care

Big news for vulvar cancer treatment: indocyanine green (ICG) dye is matching the gold-standard dual tracers for finding sentinel lymph nodes, but with way less hassle. Researchers reviewed 88 studies and found ICG’s detection rates are just as good as the usual technetium-99m plus blue dye combo. This could mean fewer logistics and smoother surgeries. SPIO tracers also look promising, but need more research. Could we be seeing a new standard for SLN mapping soon? #VulvarCancer #MedicalResearch #CancerCare #WomensHealth #Oncology #Health

edwardspeter

Cancer Care Gets a Privacy Glow-Up

JFK University Medical Center just opened infusion bays that let cancer patients choose between privacy and community—thanks to input from the nurses who know them best. Each bay has sliding doors for 'me time' or open hangs, plus space for loved ones and even video calls. It’s all about comfort, support, and making tough days a little brighter. Nurse-led design FTW! #CancerCare #PatientSupport #NurseLed #HealthcareInnovation

Rebecca Cowan

Jordan’s Health System Needs a Makeover

Did you know nearly 1 in 4 dinars spent on health in Jordan comes straight from people’s pockets? That’s a huge strain on families, especially the most vulnerable. Nisreen Qatamish from the King Hussein Cancer Foundation says it’s time to ditch the old, patchwork funding and move to a social health insurance model that actually protects everyone—before a crisis hits. Cancer care is leading the way with a new insurance program, but the whole system needs this kind of upgrade! #HealthcareReform #Jordan #HealthEquity #SocialInsurance #CancerCare #Health

Jacqueline Howard DDS

Cancer Therapy Just Got a Game-Changer

Big news in cancer care: Leo Cancer Care’s Marie system is now 510(k) pending with the FDA! This tech lets patients get particle therapy while sitting upright—no more lying down or massive rotating machines. It could make treatments more comfortable, affordable, and accessible, plus it works with all kinds of particle beams. Hospitals are already prepping for the first-ever upright patient treatment later this year. Imagine cancer therapy that’s easier on everyone! #CancerCare #MedicalInnovation #FDA #Radiotherapy #HealthcareTech #Health

edwardspeter

Game-Changer for Cancer Care in Africa

Did you know some African countries have just a handful of radiotherapy machines for millions of people? MedAccess and Elekta are shaking things up with a pay-per-use model—think Netflix, but for cancer treatment. Instead of buying pricey machines outright, hospitals pay based on how many patients they treat, with all the servicing included. This could mean way more access to life-saving care for people who need it most. Huge move for healthcare equity! #CancerCare #HealthcareInnovation #Africa #Radiotherapy #HealthEquity #Health

Beth Burton

AI Just Leveled Up Cancer Care

GE HealthCare is shaking up cancer treatment with some wild new tech! They’re rolling out AI-powered tools that turn MRI scans into super-detailed treatment plans—no CT scans needed. The new MR Contour DL can map out 37 organs for more precise radiation therapy, and they’re teaming up with Spectronic Medical to make MR-only workflows a reality. Basically, smarter, faster, and more accurate cancer care is on the way! #CancerCare #AIinHealthcare #MedicalInnovation #RadiationTherapy #HealthTech #Health

Ashley Johnson

Pharmacist Video Calls Are Game-Changers

Turns out, a quick video chat with a pharmacist can seriously clean up cancer patients’ med lists! In a recent study, most people had at least one medication error and tons of drug interactions—yikes. But after just one pharmacist-led video visit, over half had meds removed or changed, and everyone felt way more confident about their treatment. Who knew a Zoom call could make cancer care so much safer and simpler? #CancerCare #Pharmacy #Telehealth #MedicationSafety #HealthInnovation #Health