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Introducing the GP Cancer Care hub: supporting people living with and beyond cancer
As more Australians live longer with and after a cancer diagnosis, GPs play an increasingly important role in survivorship care. The new GP Cancer Care Hub brings together practical, evidence-based education and resources to help GPs support patients living with and beyond cancer in everyday general practice.
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GPs play a central role in cancer survivorship care. This practical guide explores coordinated shared care, recurrence monitoring, long-term and late treatment effects, chronic disease management, psychological wellbeing, preventive health and clear pathways for specialist referral.
Learn how GPs can provide culturally safe, inclusive cancer survivorship care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, rural and remote, LGBTIQA+, and culturally and linguistically diverse patients. Explore practical strategies to reduce barriers, improve engagement and support equitable outcomes.