Survivorship discussions at chemotherapy day unit

Using NCCN Distress Thermometer and Problem List, ​K-10, G-8 screening tools, the service can address:

  • Long term side effects of cancer treatment
  • ​Short term side effect of cancer treatment
  • Financial toxicity
  • Return to work program
  • Lifestyle / wellness programs
  • ​​Information for patients
  • Psychological concerns
  • Social concerns
  • Family concerns
  • Practical concerns eg. transport, housing, accommodation
  • Carers concerns
  • Physical concerns eg. lymphoedema

  • ​​Tailored cancer survivorship care plan
  • ​Symptom management resources
  • ​​Important contact details
  • Discharge summary (eg. acute admission)
  • Government resources
  • Non-profit organisation resources
  • Health service generated resources
  • Information pack from Australian Cancer Survivorship Centre

Health service: Bayside Health Peninsula (previously Peninsula Health)

Treatment Provided: Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy, Surgical

Survivorship policy in place? No

updated April 2025