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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Public Health
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • The US cancer survivor population has surged to 18.1 million in 2022.
  • Cancer remains the second leading cause of death despite survival rate increases.
  • Survivors experience treatment side effects, psychological distress, and secondary cancer risks.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the need for enhanced long-term surveillance for cancer survivors.
  • To emphasize a multidisciplinary approach for comprehensive survivorship care.
  • To address challenges in survivorship care, including fatigue, sexual health, and health disparities.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current trends in cancer survivorship.
  • Analysis of health concerns and challenges faced by survivors.
  • Discussion of various care models and the role of primary care.

Main Results:

  • Increased survivor numbers necessitate specialized long-term care strategies.
  • Personalized health plans and regular monitoring are vital for survivor well-being.
  • Disparities in care access and outcomes persist for minority and low-income populations.

Conclusions:

  • A multidisciplinary and personalized approach is essential for effective cancer survivorship care.
  • Integrating primary care providers into survivorship management can improve care access.
  • Advocacy for shared-care models is needed to enhance survivor outcomes and quality of life.