After your cancer treatments have finished, you will receive follow-up care to make sure you are recovering and that your cancer has not returned. Where you get your follow-up care will depend on the kind of care you need and the type of cancer you had. You may get your follow-up care in your community, or you may have to go to a cancer centre (Halifax or Sydney).

Follow-up care is often provided by your family doctor. Your family doctor will be told about your treatment and any further tests or care that you should receive. Through your family doctor, your healthcare team at the Cancer Centre will stay in touch with you and monitor your progress.

Ask your health care team about the Cancer Transitions program available in your area. Cancer Transitions is a program for cancer survivors which provides information and support about medical issues, exercise, nutrition, and emotional well-being

You and your family may find it helpful to read the booklet “Life After Cancer” available from the Canadian Cancer Society, call 1-888-939-3333 or visit www.cancer.ca.