holistic care
Care that incorporates different types of therapies and services to ensure that your physical, emotional, spiritual and practical needs are met.
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Care that incorporates different types of therapies and services to ensure that your physical, emotional, spiritual and practical needs are met.
A doctor who has specialised in the field of palliative medicine, prescribing medical treatment for pain and other symptoms, as well as supporting and advising the other members of the palliative care team, the patient, family and carers….
A multidisciplinary team with many health professionals who offer a range of services to improve a patient’s quality of life and help with any problems they have. A community nurse or palliative care nurse usually coordinates the team….
A person’s main health care, which is provided by a general practitioner (GP) or a community nurse. It can include initial tests and diagnoses of disease, health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic illness management….
What is known? Children with cancer in lower-income countries have significantly poorer survival rates compared to those in high-income countries. These differences can be attributed to inequitable access to healthcare services, including cancer prevention programs, treatment, and health care. Additionally,…
…and remote areas who often have limited access to health and support services. A Survivorship Care Plan (SCP) is a record and information given to cancer survivors about their diagnosis, treatment, and recommended follow-up care. It contains advice on maintaining…
A group of health professionals who are responsible for treating the person you care for. This may also be called the multidisciplinary team.
…living in regional and remote Australia need practical support with travelling to treatment, financial losses, and household responsibilities and support to manage their emotional wellbeing and concerns about the person they provide care for. Overall, younger caregivers and female caregivers…
Living a healthy lifestyle is one of the most beneficial things you can do to reduce your risk of cancer. If you are going through cancer treatment, this can help to reduce symptoms, improve recovery, and reduce the risk of…
…care providers in Queensland, including hospital departments and community organisations and groups whose key focus is cancer care, are eligible to apply. Application forms are available at cancerqld.org.au or by calling 13 11 20 Cancer Support and Information. Cancer Council…
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