To the editor:
On behalf of the American Cancer Society I wanted to take this opportunity to recognize the many oncology nurses in this state for the work they do on a daily basis for those with cancer.
May 6-12, 2009 marks Oncology Nurses Week and with this recognition I am pleased to take the opportunity to publicly thank these highly skilled, caring and compassionate professionals. The American Cancer Society applauds their effort and critical role in the fight against cancer.
Thanks to these wonderful people, there is an amazing quality of care being provided to many, many patients. Certainly, in this profession, there is no shortage of long, emotional, and stressful days. But with this also comes great hope, empathy and, in many instances, renewed health and optimism for patients, caregivers and families. Through their work and other advances today there are more than 11 million cancer survivors alive.
As the American Cancer Society works closely with Maine’s oncology nurses, our staff and volunteers see the level of care firsthand in hospitals and treatment facilities. It is remarkable and commendable the work they are doing. I would personally like to thank them for all that they do daily. They are on the front lines in the fight against cancer and helping to save lives.
Kip DeSerres, state VP of Health Initiatives
American Cancer Society, Topsham
