General Issues related to the after-treatment phase of the cancer journey. Topics include Return to Work, cancer-related fatigue, lymphedema, sexual health concerns, pain management, fear of cancer recurrence, and other healthy living resources.
After Treatment Booklet for Patients - 55-page booklet for patients who have completed active cancer treatment. Includes information on follow-up care, managing medication, managing risk factors, and managing well-being.
After Treatment Worksheet - Excerpt from the After Treatment Booklet for patients to set priorities and goals after they complete their treatment.
Cancer & Work - BC Cancer and McGill University that provides resources about returning to work after a cancer diagnosis for patients, health professionals and employers. Resources include information about cancer's impact on work, the steps to return to work, assessing physical and cognitive abilities, workplace accommodations, and financial advice.
Cancer Support: Life After Treatment - MyHealth.Alberta.ca resource for patients who are finishing cancer treatment. Videos and links related to the after treatment stage are included.
CCA Psychosocial Oncology Services - Page with links for accessing psychosocial oncology services in Alberta. Services include counselling, spiritual care, as well as support groups and programs.
CCA Oncology & Sexuality, Intimacy, and Survivorship (OASIS) Program - CCA program provides resources and classes about sexual health concerns for patients with cancer.
CCA Rehabilitation Oncology Services - Page with information about the types of services available in Rehabilitation Oncology.
Counselling Services Information for Family Doctors - 1-page resource listing available services, how to refer, and routine wait times for patients.
General Support for Healthy Living - General information from AHS GURU for healthy living for patients who have completed cancer treatment.
Resources for Return to Work or School - 1-page resource for health professionals with Supportive Care resources that can help a patient return to work or school.
Returning to Work or School After a Cancer Diagnosis - 2-page handout for patients with key websites and resources for returning to work or school.
Patient Navigators are available to help patients at every stage of the cancer journey. Primary Care Providers can refer patients, or patients can self-refer. Information about the different cancer navigation programs can be found in the Newly Diagnosed page for Patients & Families.