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RN2Writer #11: Man’s Story After the Diagnosis
A prostate cancer diagnosis changed James’s sexual health and his relationship with his wife. Their story highlights the importance of provider guidance, honest conversations, and communicating fearlessly through survivorship. -
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RN2Writer #10: “Breaking the Chains of Anxiety & Revitalizing Your Sexual and Mental Health” and “Medical Appointment Checklist”
An overview of anxiety after cancer treatment, its mental and physical symptoms, and its effects on sexual health, paired with a downloadable checklist to help patients prepare for medical visits and ask informed questions about care. -
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RN2Writer #9: How to Effectively Self-Advocate to Address Cancer-Related Sexual Dysfunction
A guide to self-advocacy in addressing cancer-related sexual dysfunction, emphasizing journaling, collaborative healthcare discussions, informed research, and honest communication with your partner. -
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RN2Writer #8: Navigating Intimacy After an Ostomy
A practical guide to intimacy after an ostomy, addressing pouch management, odor and leakage prevention, comfort during sex, partner communication, and available support resources. -
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RN2Writer #7: The Impact of Cancer Treatment on Your Sexual Health: Understanding Vaginal Stenosis
An overview of vaginal stenosis after cancer treatment, including causes, prevention strategies such as dilator therapy and Kegel exercises, and the importance of communication with providers and partners. -
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RN2Writer #6: Rural Access to Sexual Healthcare
An overview of barriers to sexual healthcare in rural communities and practical strategies to improve access, including telehealth, online interventions, and community-based delivery solutions. -
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RN2Writer #5: Overcoming Stigma: What Patients Wish Their Care Team Knew About Openly Discussing Sexual Health and Cancer
An in-depth look at how stigma and silence around sexual health impact cancer survivors, featuring personal stories that underscore the importance of timely referrals, honest conversations, and community support. -
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RN2Writer #4: HPV Screening and Why It’s So Important
An overview of HPV testing and pap smears, including screening guidelines, result categories, follow-up procedures like colposcopy and biopsy, and the importance of regular screening in cervical cancer prevention. -
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RN2Writer #3: What You Need to Know About the HPV Vaccine
An overview of the HPV vaccine, including its role in preventing cancer-causing strains, recommended age groups, dosing schedules, safety information, and why vaccination does not replace regular screening.