Pharmacy Times November 4, 2024
Key Takeaways
- Breast cancer incidence is rising, with invasive ductal carcinoma as the most common type, necessitating personalized treatment plans based on tumor characteristics and staging.
- Social determinants of health (SDOH) significantly influence breast cancer treatment adherence and outcomes, with digital and health literacy being major factors.
- Pharmacists play a crucial role in managing breast cancer treatment by providing education, monitoring adverse drug events, and addressing SDOH to improve adherence and outcomes.
- Pharmacist interventions can lead to improved patient satisfaction, adherence to oral oncolytics, and overall quality of life for breast cancer patients.
Pharmacists play a critical role in treating patients with breast cancer and can help address their social determinant of health challenges.
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