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Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Sheryl M. Ness
Sheryl Ness, R.N., O.C.N., is a nurse educator for the Cancer Education Program at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. She helps inform patients, families and caregivers about services and resources to help them through the cancer journey.
She has a master's degree in nursing from Augsburg College. In addition, she is an assistant professor of oncology at the College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, and is certified as a specialist in oncology nursing. Sheryl has worked for more than 20 years at Mayo Clinic as an educator. She has a keen interest in the importance of the quality of life and concerns of people living with cancer.
Latest entries
- Events to raise awareness of melanoma
April 6, 2013
- Living with Cancer patient conference videos available
March 30, 2013
- The power of friends
March 23, 2013
- How new cancer drugs are developed
March 16, 2013
- Living in unknown territory: Rare cancers
March 9, 2013
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April 6, 2013
Events to raise awareness of melanoma
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Run/walk and family education program aim to raise awareness of melanoma in Minnesota. continue
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March 30, 2013
Living with Cancer patient conference videos available
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Find out more about inheriting cancer, the environment and cancer, pancreatic cancer, alternative cancer therapies and more. continue
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March 23, 2013
The power of friends
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Having friends around can help you deal with pain, stress and illness in a positive manner. continue
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March 16, 2013
How new cancer drugs are developed
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Find out how new cancer drugs are studied, developed and approved by the FDA. continue
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March 9, 2013
Living in unknown territory: Rare cancers
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Ask questions, find the right specialist, and gather support from others to help you along the way if you're diagnosed with a rare cancer. continue
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March 2, 2013
Colon cancer awareness first step toward prevention
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Know your risks and get screening to help prevent colon cancer. continue
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Feb. 23, 2013
Mayo Clinic patient app can make your life easier
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Our patient app give you access to medical records, appointment schedules, prescription refills, secure messaging between you and your care team and more. continue
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Feb. 16, 2013
Cancer survivors struggle with fear of frequent scans
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
"Scanitis" might lead to changes in follow-up scan schedules for cancer survivors. continue
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Feb. 9, 2013
Sleep essential for healthy living: Get your 7 hours a night
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
For cancer survivors, the benefits of sleep shouldn't be overlooked. Getting enough sleep can help your body respond better to treatment and may speed your recovery. continue
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Feb. 2, 2013
Try, do or see 13 new things in 2013
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Take a break from routine as a cancer survivor and step outside your comfort zone. Try some new things and experience the joy of life. continue
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Jan. 12, 2013
Check out these favorite books on cancer survivorship
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Practical books on surviving cancer deal with everything from emotions to physical changes, alternative medicine to nutrition. continue
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Jan. 4, 2013
Reflections on 2012 trends from cancer survivors
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
From diet and exercise to new treatments, cancer survivors share knowledge, resources and support. continue
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Dec. 20, 2012
Inspiration for the holidays
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Cancer survivors need to reduce stress this holiday season. Focus on what's really important — your health and the special gifts you share with others. continue
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Dec. 15, 2012
Watch and wait cancers — monitoring has benefits
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
If a cancer is slow growing, it may be best to wait until the cancer is at a stage where treatment would be more effective. Or, it may never need active treatment. continue
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Dec. 8, 2012
Living with cancer patient and family conference coming
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Cancer experts set to meet with patients, families to discuss the latest in diagnosis and treatment of cancer. continue
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Dec. 1, 2012
The importance of human touch for cancer patients
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Hands-on experience helps cancer patients relax, relieves pain, reduces blood pressure and more. The human touch reduces stress. continue
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Nov. 20, 2012
Exercise a good prescription for cancer survivors
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Cancer survivors improve quality of life and long term outcomes by keeping active, adding some exercise to daily routine. continue
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Nov. 17, 2012
Connecting to your inner spirit helps with cancer diagnosis
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Use your spiritual values and belief system to reframe your cancer diagnosis and find meaning and purpose in life. continue
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Nov. 10, 2012
Experts, patients provide updates at pancreatic cancer conference
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Mayo Clinic experts, patients offer the latest updates on pancreatic cancer treatment, research, side effects, support and advocacy. continue
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Nov. 3, 2012
Oral chemotherapy — not just any ordinary pill
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Oral chemotherapy is becoming more and more common. Follow instructions closely and watch for unique side effects. continue
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Oct. 27, 2012
How to find meaning after a cancer diagnosis
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Cancer survivors searching for purpose can find a new appreciation of life and a greater purpose to pursue to find happiness, joy. continue
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Oct. 20, 2012
Connection to others vital for cancer survivors
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Cancer survivors need to connect with family and friends. Survivors and their close ones both should reach out to make those connections. continue
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Oct. 13, 2012
Transform the negative into positive
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Find inspiration in the story of a woman who transformed her experience with cancer into a positive change in her life. continue
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Oct. 6, 2012
Poetry can express the emotions of living with cancer
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
Try poetry as a way of sharing your feelings, fears, hopes and dreams when living with cancer. continue
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Sept. 29, 2012
New book guides women with breast cancer
By Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.
"The Mayo Clinic Breast Cancer Book'' demystifies breast cancer and gives you trusted, practical advice on what to do if you have breast cancer. continue
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