Cancer Diagnosis Disclosure and Quality of Life in Elderly Cancer Patients

Navigating cancer care for elderly patients presents a distinct set of challenges that healthcare professionals must adeptly manage. This course is designed to equip practitioners with comprehensive insights into the complexities of treating older adults with cancer, who often face multiple co-existing health conditions. The curriculum delves into a wide array of topics, from assessing the impacts of aging on cancer progression and treatment tolerance to exploring various therapeutic options and their associated risks and benefits. Emphasis is placed on personalized care plans that prioritize safety and quality of life, as well as the pivotal role of caregivers and the necessity for their support systems. Furthermore, the course underscores the importance of involving older patients in clinical trials, offering a framework for evaluating their eligibility and understanding the phases of trial participation. Through this structured approach, healthcare professionals will gain the expertise needed to provide holistic, patient-centered care to this vulnerable population, ensuring both medical efficacy and compassionate support.