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CAR-T
| Updated 12 Apr 2026
Chimeric Antigen Receptor T- Cell Therapy (CAR-T) is a treatment pathway currently for patients with certain types of blood cancer. It is a treatment that consists of taking a certain type of immune system cell, which is then modified and given back to the patient. The aim is to use …
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Advance care planning
| Updated 12 Apr 2026
Thinking about future care and planning ahead can feel very difficult, but it can also help you feel more in control and ensure your wishes are understood and respected. Taking steps to plan ahead can provide reassurance for you and those close to you. This section provides information about services …
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Special populations and services
| Updated 12 Apr 2026
After cancer treatment, you may continue to need support from a range of specialist services, depending on your individual needs. This support can help you manage your ongoing health, adjust to life after treatment, and access the right care at the right time. This section provides information about services available …
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Social support
| Updated 12 Apr 2026
Cancer can affect many areas of your life beyond your health, including your work, finances, relationships and day-to-day support. You may also find that your needs change over time, particularly during and after treatment. This section brings together information and support to help you navigate these practical and social challenges. …
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Lifestyle and health promotion
| Updated 12 Apr 2026
Making small, positive changes to your lifestyle can support your recovery, improve how you feel, and help reduce the risk of future health problems. After cancer treatment, many people want to understand what they can do to stay as healthy as possible. This section provides guidance on key areas such …
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Managing physical consequences of cancer and cancer treatment
| Updated 12 Apr 2026
Cancer and its treatment can cause a range of physical changes, both during treatment and afterwards. These can affect different parts of the body and may include fatigue, pain, changes to mobility, digestion, sleep, or other aspects of your health. Some effects are temporary, while others may last longer or …
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Emotional and psychological wellbeing
| Updated 27 Apr 2026
Being diagnosed with cancer and going through treatment can affect how you feel emotionally as well as physically. It is common to experience a range of feelings, including anxiety, low mood, loneliness or changes in how you see yourself and your relationships. These feelings can come and go, and may …
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Hormone therapy
| Updated 1 Jul 2026
What it is Hormone therapy is a type of cancer treatment that works by changing the levels of certain hormones in your body or blocking cancer cells from using them. Some cancers, such as breast, prostate, womb, and thyroid cancers, depend on hormones to grow. By reducing or blocking these hormones, hormone …
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Treatments and side effects
| Updated 10 Jul 2026
Cancer treatment can involve a range of different therapies, depending on your diagnosis and individual needs. These treatments work in different ways – some aim to destroy cancer cells directly, while others help your body’s immune system recognise and fight cancer. This section explains the main types of cancer treatment …
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General Audiology Appointment Information
| Updated 7 Apr 2026
General Audiology Appointment Information Who are we? The Department of Audiology & Audiovestibular Medicine at St George’s Hospital deals with the diagnosis and management of hearing (auditory) and balance (vestibular) disorders. The department strives to provide you with a service that ensures you are considered and consulted on all matters, …
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