…sample of 241 rural cancer caregivers in Queensland measuring: mental and physical quality of life, chronic illness, caregiver burden and depression, anxiety, and stress. It was found that almost half of the caregivers in our study suffered from at least…
A person’s comfort and satisfaction, based on how well their physical, emotional, spiritual, sexual, social and financial needs are met within the limitations of their illness….
The holistic care of people who have a life-limiting illness, their families and carers. It aims to improve quality of life by addressing physical, emotional, spiritual, social and practical needs. It is not just for people who are about to…
…treatment, and to improve quality of life for survivors and their families,” Prof Dunn said. “Strategies to promote healthy eating after treatment and build resilience in young people are particularly important. “The impacts of childhood cancer can affect survivors and…
…to advanced cancer patients, reducing the burden of cancer and enhancing quality of life at the end of life,” Prof Dunn said. “This change will ease the financial strain on many thousands of Queenslanders and their families living with a…
…met. What is new? This study examined the extent to which a sample of community members in Victoria, NSW and Queensland understand the law related to end-of-life decision making. The role of the law in end-of-life decision making was not…
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….
Supportive treatments that are used in conjunction with conventional treatment. They might improve general health, wellbeing and quality of life, and help people cope with side effects of conventional cancer treatment.
…Strait Islanders and other Australians, 2005-2016 has been published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention. You can also access the report here: https://aacrjournals.org/cebp/article-abstract/doi/10.1158/1055-9965.EPI-21-1390/682047/Quantifying-differences-in-remaining-life For more information, or interviews, please contact: Shannon Amato, Manager, Public Relations and Social Media, Cancer Council…
…get your friends, family and colleagues together and join the Relay For Life movement today – together, we are stronger than cancer!” To register, volunteer or find out more about your local Relay For Life, visit relayforlife.org.au or call 1300…