Survivorship

Cancer survivorship begins at the time of diagnosis and continues throughout the rest of a person’s life, although many people commonly think of survivorship as the phase that begins after treatment is completed or when a patient is discharged from oncology care. In reality, survivorship includes every stage of the cancer journey, from diagnosis and

Because survivorship begins at diagnosis, cancer treatment is one of the earliest and most significant parts of the survivorship experience. Treatment plans are individualized and may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapies, or supportive care services depending on the type and stage of cancer. Important components include timely access to quality

End-of-life care is a compassionate approach to care that focuses on comfort, dignity, quality of life, and support for individuals who are approaching the final stages of a serious illness. Rather than concentrating on curing disease, end-of-life care emphasizes symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, advance care planning, and helping patients and families make informed

Palliative care is an important part of cancer survivorship care and focuses on improving quality of life for individuals living with cancer at any stage of the disease. Unlike hospice or end-of-life care, palliative care is not limited to patients who are nearing death and can be provided at the time of diagnosis alongside curative