Recent studies show how digital health apps enhance the patient experience, and improve multiple quality of life domains and in some cases, adherence to treatment, but their integration into the healthcare system is still a challenge
Digital tools offer potential solutions to personalise the patient journey, but more effort is needed to integrate them into current healthcare settings
Specific training for young oncologists, particularly in managing patient expectations regarding end-of-life treatment, is paramount in providing effective, patient-centred end-of-life care
Constant advocacy by patient groups at all levels is needed to help people with cancer navigate the healthcare system ensuring access to novel medicines which is still a major issue in different countries
However, there are still many obstacles faced by investigators in achieving effective patient involvement in research
Experience in breast cancer shows that treatment de-intensification must follow robust evidence, but also values and preferences to generate acceptance
A survey reveals that physicians outside the field of oncology are insufficiently updated on the latest advances in cancer care, thus increasing the risk of providing misleading information and inadequate support to patients.
As the complexity of the cancer landscape increases, miscommunication and misunderstanding emerge as major obstacles to patient self-determination
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