Cancer Survivorship Series: Overview of Survivorship - Module 1
Cancer Survivorship Series: Overview of Survivorship - Module 1 is organized by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Starting Date: February 1, 2023
Ending Date: January 31, 2026
Description:
The National Academy of Medicine, formerly called the Institute of Medicine, recognized cancer survivors faced complex physical and emotional health problems, which are often unmet. As of January 2019, there were over 1.1 million cancer survivors living in Texas. This 5-part series provides an overview of cancer survivorship, including phases of cancer survivorship, current trends and models of survivorship care, and evidence-based practices to reduce long-term sequelae of cancer treatment and the enhance survivorship care delivered.
Objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, learners will be able to:
• Discuss statistical trends in cancer-specific survival
• Identify the phases of cancer survivorship and unique problems associated with each phase
• Describe long-term effects of cancer treatments
• Identify current trends in oncology intended to reduce long-term sequelae of cancer treatment
• Utilize information and communication tools to enhance survivorship care
• Describe the psychosocial impact of cancer on survivors
Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.