From Patient to Advocate: Navigating the Journey of Cancer Survival to Empowerment

Waseem Jerjes; Sarah Williams

doi:10.1007/s13187-024-02553-3

From Patient to Advocate: Navigating the Journey of Cancer Survival to Empowerment

J Cancer Educ. 2024 Dec 7. doi: 10.1007/s13187-024-02553-3. Online ahead of print.

Authors

Waseem Jerjes¹, Sarah Williams²

Affiliations

¹ Faculty of Medicine, Imperial College London, London, UK. [email protected].
² , London, UK.

PMID: 39644442
DOI: 10.1007/s13187-024-02553-3

Abstract

Cancer survivorship is a transformative journey, evolving from personal healing to advocacy. Survivors often shift from patients in need to empowered advocates, navigating emotional challenges while contributing to systemic changes in cancer care and public awareness. This dynamic role bridges clinical gaps and enhances support for patients worldwide.

Keywords: Cancer Care; Cancer Survivorship; Emotional Resilience; Patient Advocacy; Public Awareness; Systemic Change.