The nature of cancer diagnosis, treatment and management is evolving rapidly… In recent decades, advancements in oncology have significantly improved patient outcomes, with Australian data showing that 70% of those diagnosed with cancer now survive at least five years after diagnosis, compared to 55% in the 1990s. However, a critical challenge persists -up to 1 in 4 of these survivors will die from cardiovascular disease developed within seven years of cancer diagnosis, making it the leading cause of death among cancer survivors. The link between cancer therapies and cardiovascular disease underscores the need for comprehensive care that addresses this unique patient cohort. At OncoHeart Specialist Care, our mission is to bridge this gap by providing specialised cardiology services tailored to the unique needs of cancer patients—before, during, and throughout their survivorship journey. Follow our page to join us in this important journey and stay updated with our efforts to enhance cardiovascular care for cancer patients. We also look forward to sharing educational content and insights on this critical intersection of care. #cardiooncology #cardio-oncology #cardiology #oncology #cancertherapy #cardiotoxicity
The nature of cancer diagnosis, treatment and management is evolving rapidly… In recent decades, advancements in oncology have significantly improved patient outcomes, with Australian data showing that 70% of those diagnosed with cancer now survive at least five years after diagnosis, compared to 55% in the 1990s. However, a critical challenge persists -studies suggest that up to 1 in 4 of these survivors will die from cardiovascular disease development within seven years of cancer diagnosis, making it the leading cause of death among cancer survivors. The link between cancer therapies and cardiovascular disease underscores the need for comprehensive care that addresses this unique patient cohort. At OncoHeart Specialist Care, our mission is to bridge this gap by providing specialised cardiology services tailored to the unique needs of cancer patients—before, during, and throughout their survivorship journey. Follow our page to join us in this important journey and stay updated with our efforts to enhance cardiovascular care for cancer patients. We also look forward to sharing educational content and insights on this critical intersection of care. www.oncoheart.com.au
