Dear Reader,
In this issue:
- Wagner et al. found that oral vitamin D administered before radical prostatectomy was beneficial for men with prostate cancer.
- Jagielski et al. found that not all women consider themselves "survivors" of breast cancer, and this may impact follow-up counselling and care.
- Bokmand and Flyger found that acupuncture was safe and effective in relieving hot flashes and sleep disturbances in women with breast cancer.
- Babaee and colleagues found that Calendula mouthwash significantly decreased radiation-induced oral mucositis in patients with head and neck cancer.
- Wyatt et al. found that reflexology improved the quality of life of breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and/or hormone therapy.
- Hamad and colleagues concluded that probiotic supplements can be beneficial in the prevention and treatment of radiation-induced diarrhea.
- Hoffman et al. reported that a home-based, light intensity exercise intervention (walking and balance exercises) was beneficial for lung cancer patients experiencing cancer-related fatigue.
- Mutrie and associates found that a supervised exercise intervention with a discussion about behaviour change techniques can have long-term benefits for breast cancer survivors.
- Lavretsky et al. studied the effect of yogic meditation on mental health, cognitive functioning and immune cell telomerase activity of family caregivers of dementia patients.
In our study of the month, Durant and associates found that in online communities, men prefer to socialize in larger, interconnected less-intimate groups, whereas women tend to form fewer, more intimate connections.
Thanks,
Jan
http://www.inspirehealth.ca/pdfs/research-updates/eResearchUpdates_July2013.pdf
