ONCOLOGY NURSING, SYMPTOM CONTROL, AND SURVIVORSHIP SUPPORT

Abstract

Worldwide, cancer has emerged as one of the most prevalent causes of morbidity and mortality, and its burden is expected to continue to rise as populations age and expand (Cao et al., 2024). The global incidence of cancer is on the rise, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC), where demographic transitions, lifestyle changes, and improved diagnostic capacity have contributed to increased case detection, despite the significant progress that has been made in cancer prevention, screening, and treatment (Bray et al., 2024). Simultaneously, the mortality rates for numerous malignancies have decreased as a result of earlier diagnosis, more effective therapies, and enhancements in supportive care. This has resulted in an increasing number of individuals who are both living with and beyond cancer.