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Survivorship

Follow-Up Care With Your Cancer Care Team

It's important to continue with follow-up care after cancer treatment.

After Treatment

After cancer treatment, it is important to continue with follow-up care. Your cancer care team will work with you on a personalized follow-up plan.

Regular Health Screenings

In general, survivors should see a member of their cancer treatment team every three months for the first three years after treatment, and then every six months for two years, then annually thereafter. It is also important to keep up with your regular medical and dental check-ups and to have all age-appropriate screening exams.

Talk to your treatment team about:

      • What specific tests, scans and lab work are recommended for your type of cancer.
      • Whether genetic counseling is needed.
      • Specific lifestyle and health choices you should make.
      • Any new or persistent side effects or symptoms.

      Cancer Survivor Classes & Support Groups

      Life After Cancer

      Surviving cancer does not mean you are now expected to be happy every minute. Like everything else, being a cancer survivor has its challenges, and — just as you did during your treatment — you will learn how to get through them. We can help you do that.

      A cancer survivor plays with a stuffed animal with her daughter and granddaughter

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      Contact Us

      For more information or if you have questions on your follow-up care plan, please call our Survivorship Nurse Navigator at 302-623-4866.