Track: Primary Care Oncology

Healthcare conference

Cancer Screening and Early Detection
Implementing screening programs for common cancers, such as breast, cervical, colorectal, and prostate cancer, to detect diseases at their earliest stages.

Prevention Strategies in Oncology
Addressing risk factors like smoking, poor diet, physical inactivity, and exposure to environmental carcinogens through patient education and public health campaigns.

Role of Primary Care in Cancer Management
Collaborating with oncologists to ensure continuity of care, managing side effects of treatment, and providing psychosocial support.

Palliative and Supportive Care
Offering symptom management and end-of-life care to improve the quality of life for cancer patients and their families.

Patient Education and Advocacy
Empowering patients with knowledge about cancer risks, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications to aid recovery and prevention.

Integration of Digital Tools
Utilizing telemedicine, electronic health records, and decision-support tools for better coordination and personalized care in oncology.

Primary care oncology underscores the importance of comprehensive and accessible cancer care, ensuring early interventions and a patient-centered approach in combating cancer's growing burden.