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 document that outlines a person’s specific wishes for future medical care.
Document that provides direction and instructions to allow someone else to provide the care that you would usually provide.
…the future when you don’t have the capacity to make decisions. It provides a legal means for a competent adult to appoint a substitute decisionmaker and/or record their choices for future health and personal care. Also called a living will….
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….
Care that incorporates different types of therapies and services to ensure that your physical, emotional, spiritual and practical needs are met.
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,…
…had the highest levels of need. Younger regional and remote caregivers require extra family and social support, and assistance with interactions with healthcare providers. Older caregivers need more assistance with managing their own health problems. After the first six months…
…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…
…from 1-5 December this year. Queenslanders aged 15-25 who are keen to share their experiences and enhance cancer care for young people are invited to apply for the CCQ travel grant. There are about five new cases of cancer diagnosed…