Cancer in Childhood - 6191

Children’s cancers are rare with 4,843 new cases of cancer diagnosed in 2010–2014. Diagnosis can be difficult, as many symptoms are the same as those that occur in common and less serious illnesses.

Adolescents and young adults who survive their first cancer are at increased risk of other late effects, such as impaired fertility, hormone deficiencies, heart or lung problems, and hearing or vision problems.

Presenters:

• A/Prof Nick Gottardo, Head of Department of Paediatric Oncology and Haematology, Perth Children’s Hospital

• Dr Tom Walwyn, Paediatric Oncologist, Perth Children’s Hospital

• Dr Hetal Dholara, Paediatric Oncologist, Perth Children’s Hospital

Registrations and refreshments from 6.00pm. Presentations commence at 6.30pm.

This education forms an Accredited Activity under the RACGP QI&CPD Program. Activity number:

Learning outcomes

At the end of this symposium, participants should be able to*

• Explain the main symptoms of the most common childhood cancers
• Recall the paediatric oncology services available at the new Perth Children’s Hospital
• Implement a process for the ongoing health management of the adult survivors of childhood cancer

*Please note these learning outcomes may be subject to change.

For more information, contact GP@cancerwa.asn.au

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The Cancer in Childhood event is organised by Cancer Council Western Australia as part of the GP Education Project.