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Monthly Archives: January 2012
Protecting Your Bones When You Have Osteoporosis
Strong bones are important for getting us through an unpredictable day. But for some people, a bone may break even after a minor fall or mild impact. This type of break is called a fragility fracture and it can be a sign of osteoporosis. To help individuals who have had a fragility fracture reduce their chances of having another fracture in the future, the Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Osteoporosis: Preventing Another Fracture. Continue reading
Angela Coulter Receives Donabedian Award!
Each year, the Avedis Donabedian Foundation honors leaders who have made significant contributions to health care excellence. We are extremely proud to announce that this year, one of our very own is the 2012 recipient of the Donabedian International Award. Angela Coulter, director of global initiatives at the Informed Medical Decisions Foundation, was honored on January 11, 2012 in Barcelona’s historic Palau de la Música for her work enhancing international health care. Continue reading
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Hormone Therapy and Chemo for Early Breast Cancer
A diagnosis of breast cancer can be frightening and understanding the various treatment options may feel overwhelming. To help women make the best treatment choice for them, the Informed Medical Decisions Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Early Breast Cancer: Hormone Therapy and Chemotherapy – Are They Right for You? Continue reading
Treatment Choices for Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) is not life-threatening, but some cases do progress to invasive cancer over time. To help women diagnosed with DCIS decide how best to treat it, the Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Ductal Carcinoma in Situ: Choosing Your Treatment. Continue reading
Surgical Options for Early Stage Breast Cancer
Women with early stage breast cancer may have a choice in surgical treatment. Each option has certain advantages and disadvantages. To help women understand their options and make the right choice for them, the Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Early Stage Breast Cancer: Choosing Your Surgery. Continue reading
Is Breast Reconstruction Right for You?
Once a woman has chosen to have a mastectomy, she must then consider whether or not she would like to have breast reconstruction. To help women navigate decisions about their reconstruction options, the Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Breast Reconstruction: Is It Right for You? Continue reading
Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer
A diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer affects all aspects of women’s lives — family and friends, work, play, finances and faith. To help women cope with this diagnosis and all its implications, the Informed Medical Decisions Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer: Making the Journey Your Own. Continue reading
Making a Good Night’s Sleep a Priority
At one point or another we have all experienced trouble sleeping, but for some it becomes an ongoing problem that affects quality of life. To help individuals with chronic insomnia, the Informed Medical Decisions Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Sleeping Better: Help for Long-Term Insomnia. Continue reading
Deciding if the PSA Test is Right for You
A PSA test is often recommended for men over 50 and is one of America’s most common screening tests. To help men consider the pros and cons of prostate cancer screening, the Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Is a PSA Test Right for You? Continue reading
Is Cataract Surgery Right for Me?
It is estimated that over 20 million Americans have a cataract. To help individuals navigate decisions about their cataracts, the Informed Medical Decisions Foundation has developed a Shared Decision-Making® program called Cataracts: Is Surgery Right for You? Continue reading
