Beyond Cancer: Enhancing Quality of Life for Cancer Survivors
A special issue of Cancers (ISSN 2072-6694). This special issue belongs to the section "Cancer Survivorship and Quality of Life".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 January 2025 | Viewed by 135
Special Issue Editors
Interests: cancer rehabilitation; cancer survivorship; long-term effects of cancer; innovative care models; eHealth; implementation science
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: breast neoplasms; cancer survivors; chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
As the number of cancer survivors continues to increase, due to the growth and aging of the population of cancer survivors, as well as advances in early cancer detection and treatment, follow-up care with a focus on quality of life for is becoming increasingly important. Cancer survivors often face physical, emotional, and practical changes after the completion of their cancer treatment. As such, recent research has shown the significance of a holistic approach to survivorship, highlighting the complex interplay between medical care and quality of life. From the initial diagnosis through to long-term survivorship, cancer impacts every facet of life, necessitating a comprehensive approach to supportive care and rehabilitation.
Our understanding of survivorship has significantly evolved, emphasizing the need to address not only the medical aspects but also the psychosocial, biosocial, and economic dimensions of life after cancer, creating a more comprehensive approach that enhances overall quality of life. This includes addressing long-term health-related quality of life (HRQOL) issues, such as chronic physical side effects, mental health, and social wellbeing, ensuring that survivors receive holistic care tailored to their ongoing needs.
As we continue to advance our understanding of cancer survivorship, it is imperative to translate these insights into practical, evidence-based interventions that can be seamlessly integrated into clinical practice. By doing so, we can empower survivors to lead fulfilling lives. This Special Issue highlights the multifaceted nature of cancer survivorship, the ongoing efforts to improve the quality of life for all survivors, and insights into the effective management of post-treatment side effects, promoting overall wellbeing.
Dr. Jennifer Jones
Dr. Maryam Lustberg
Dr. Muna Al-Khaifi
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- psychosocial oncology
- cancer survivorship
- long-term effects of cancer
- psychoeducational interventions
- innovative care models
- continuing education
- knowledge translation
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