People Affected By Cancer

Cancer Care | iCope

A cancer diagnosis, and the associated treatments, difficult decisions, and symptom burden can be very challenging for patients and families to face without specialized, interdisciplinary support starting at the point of diagnosis. Our interdisciplinary team of educators and researchers seek to increase the increase the professional workforce who are skilled and knowledgeable in ways to provide the best support to those affected by cancer and other serious illnesses.

What is Palliative Care and why is it important?

What is the difference between Hospice and Palliative Care?

How we are working to improve early access to palliative care and interdisciplinary teams for all those affected by cancer.


Additional Web Resources

National Cancer Institute

Caring Connections

Cancer Care

American Cancer Society