Breast cancer survivorship is a diverse experience. For many it involves chronic limitations and challenges. Investigation and application of survivorship care plans in Australia could benefit breast cancer survivors by including multidisciplinary health professionals in their care. Unmet needs and psychological distress were described by participants rather than biomedical concerns. Further recommendations include development of online support groups providing access to rehabilitation professionals, especially for otherwise isolated rural women.
Keyphrases
- healthcare
- quality improvement
- middle aged
- palliative care
- childhood cancer
- breast cancer risk
- pain management
- affordable care act
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- south africa
- mental health
- health insurance
- pregnant women
- metabolic syndrome
- physical activity
- adipose tissue
- sleep quality
- pregnancy outcomes
- insulin resistance
- chronic pain