Resources for Health Care Providers
“Genetic testing may have a ripple effect to other family members for multiple generations,” oncologist Dr. Alter explains in this video about collecting cancer patients’ family health history. “You can actually save a life.”
Continuing Medical Education (CME) Courses
Prevention and Early Diagnosis of Uterine Cancer
Uterine cancer is the most common gynecologic cancer in the United States. Uterine cancer incidence and mortality rates have been increasing since 2007, with significant disparities persisting for decades. This course summarizes the relevant literature and existing recommendations to guide clinicians in the equitable prevention, early diagnosis, and special considerations of uterine cancer.
Note: Free registration required.
Understanding Early Onset Breast Cancer, Part I: Risk Factors
Early onset breast cancer is defined as breast cancer occurring in women under age 45. Younger women tend to experience more aggressive disease, higher risk of recurrence and death, and more long-term survivorship issues than older women. This course covers factors that contribute to increased risk for early onset breast cancer, including genetic and racial/ethnic risk factors, breast density, family history, and prior health history.
Note: Free registration required.
Understanding Early Onset Breast Cancer, Part II: Engaging with Patients at Risk
This course explores tools for and approaches to engaging with patients who have an increased risk of developing early onset breast cancer. Topics include risk assessment and risk reduction strategies, communication techniques, genetic counseling and testing, the effect of health disparities, and special considerations for survivors.
Note: Free registration required.
Explore Talking to Patients About Prostate Cancer Screening
Expiration Date: July 31, 2024
This interactive experience will help health care providers practice assisting men in making decisions about prostate cancer screening. Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to—
- Talk with men about prostate cancer screening in a way that incorporates their personal values and preferences.
- Use a shared decision-making framework when discussing prostate cancer screening.
Note: Free registration required.
Explore Talking to Patients About Prostate Cancer Treatment
Through this program, providers will learn a streamlined shared decision-making framework and get feedback on their approach. Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to—
- Talk with men about prostate cancer treatment in a way that incorporates their personal values and preferences.
- Use a shared decision-making framework when discussing active surveillance as an option for men with lower-risk cancers.
Note: Free registration required.
Colorectal Cancer Screening and Surveillance: Optimizing Quality
Expiration Date: March 24, 2024
This clinical anthology course has three related sections—
- The Why, How, Who, and When of CRC Screening and Surveillance
- Improving Stool Testing for CRC Screening in the Primary Care Setting
- The Role of Primary Care Providers in the Delivery of High-Quality Colonoscopy
Note: Free registration required.
Screening Guidelines and Other Resources
- Caring for Young Women Who Are at High Risk for Early-Onset Breast Cancer: A Summary of Screening, Counseling, and Testing Guidelines [PDF-588 KB]
- Lung Cancer Information for Health Care Providers
- Information about Cancer Survivorship for Health Care Providers
- Preventing Infections in Cancer Patients
- HPV Vaccine Information for Health Care Professionals
- Basic Infection Control and Prevention Plan for Outpatient Oncology Settings
- Patient Care for Tobacco Dependence
- Travelers with Chronic Illnesses