Driving better care and outcomes for all cancer survivors across the lifespan.
Cancer survivorship refers to the health and wellbeing of a person after a cancer diagnosis, covering the physical, emotional, social, and practical challenges that can arise before, during and after treatment.
Over one million Australians are currently living with cancer, highlighting its significant impact on individuals and society. Many survivors continue to face physical, emotional, and financial challenges, even with regular medical follow-up.
Flinders University brings together a skilled, collaborative and transdisciplinary team of researchers and clinicians to lead an innovative Cancer Survivorship Program that engages meaningfully with consumers with lived experience, with the aim to improve quality of life, manage ongoing symptoms and support people to live well after cancer.
Our cancer survivorship research spans four key areas, each aimed at improving the lives of people living with and beyond cancer.
Focuses on improving quality of life and long-term outcomes for cancer survivors.
Addresses both physical symptoms and psychological impacts of cancer and its treatment.
Explores how cancer care interfaces with broader health systems and primary care.
Highlights efforts to shape policy, practice, and global/national frameworks for survivorship.
Our Cancer Survivorship Program consists of a diverse group of transdisciplinary clinicians and researchers who are committed to addressing the complex care needs of all people affected by cancer, including their loved ones. We partner with consumers and bring together interprofessional cancer teams to deliver innovative and meaningful solutions through the nexus of integrating research, care practices, education, and policy development.
More Australians are surviving cancer thanks to advances in early detection & diagnosis.
Bowel cancer survivors are hampered by persistent fatigue issues lasting years.
Many people diagnosed with cancer now self-manage aspects of their health.
Guiding people through the psychological impact of their breast cancer diagnosis
Frailty and pre-frailty can impact older adults who get admitted to hospital
Australia has the highest incidence rate of cancer globally
The GINO initiative collaborates closely with global experts to translate research into practice in different countries.
Particularly in Greater China, Australia’s expertise in cancer survivorship care offers an opportunity for mutual learning and growth.
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