Faith and Science: Sacred Decision-Making in Cancer Care

Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2024 Mar 15;28(2):116-117. doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.116-117.

Abstract

Many people view health, wellness, and illness through a lens of religion and spirituality (R&S), modern science, and culture. Faith and science are not dichotomous in health care; they are complementary and even intercon.

Keywords: evidence-based care; faith; holistic care; oncology nursing; science; shared decision-making.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Neoplasms* / therapy
  • Spirituality*