It's estimated that one in three Australian people living with cancer will go on to develop cardiovascular disease caused by the cardio-toxicity of cancer treatments and other risk factors - a 40% increase in risk compared to the general population. This makes cardiovascular disease the leading cause of long-term morbidity and mortality among cancer survivors

Cardio-oncology is an emerging field of research, working towards and with great potential to improve heart health outcomes and quality of life for patients following cancer treatment.

The Newcastle Centre of Excellence in Cardio-Oncology invites cancer patients, survivors, and their families in the Hunter Region to a free Q&A session with expert cardiologists, oncologists, nurses, and pharmacists.

Learn how cancer treatment can affect heart health and how to protect it beyond cancer. This session is for you if you:

• Have experienced heart issues from cancer treatment
• Want to learn more about heart health after cancer
• Advocate for better heart care in the Hunter

The event includes a presentation from leading experts, a Q&A session, and a chance to connect with others. Join us to learn, ask questions, and support better heart care!

Light refreshments will be provided, please indicate any dietary requirements during your registration.

Our panel members include:

• Professor Aaron Sverdlov. Professor & Director of Heart Failure and Cardio-Oncology. University of Newcastle and Hunter New England Local Health District.
• Professor Doan Ngo. Academic pharmacist and co-director of the Newcastle Centre of Excellence in Cardio-Oncology research program. University of Newcastle (Panel Chair).
• Professor James Lynam. Medical Oncologist Staff Specialist. Calvary Mater Newcastle.
• Dr Trent Williams. Clinical Nurse Consultant, Cardiology. Calvary Mater Newcastle and John Hunter Hospital.
• Dr Philippa Ell. Radiation Oncologist. Calvary Mater Newcastle.
• Mr Joshua Bennetts. Clinical Pharmacist and PhD Candidate, University of Newcastle.