We believe that anyone, no matter how extensive or limited their knowledge of cancer, would not only find a great amount of new and relevant information in navigating the present and future of cancer care but also foster a meaningful idea and strategy to add to the ever-growing and ever-changing world of cancer supportive care, research and treatment.

1. Dr. Melba Sheila D’Souza, Ph.D., M.Phil.N., M.Sc.N, B.Sc.N., RN, CCNE, CMNS,
Associate Professor, Nursing and Population Health, Thompson Rivers University,
British Columbia, Canada, Email: mdsouza@tru.ca

2. Michelle Smith, BSc, MSc, Cert VA III, Lead, Learning Health Systems, Regional Practice Lead, Research and Knowledge Translation Interior Health, Adjunct Professor, UBC School of Health and Exercise Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Development, Canada, Email: Michelle.Smith3@interiorhealth.ca

3. Matthew Savoy, RN, BScN, BA (Hons). Interior Health, Email: matthew.savoy@interior.ca

4. Amy Strank, RN, BScN, Interior Health

1. Andrea Edwards BHK, MScPT
Physiotherapist, Certified Lymphatic Therapist, PiNC Cancer Rehab Practitioner, CAFCI Acupuncture, Somatic Experiencing Student BEG1, 101-409 Seymour St, Kamloops, BC V2C 2G7, www.strengthinbalance.ca

2. Karma Lalli, RN, BScN, Interior Health

Dr. Melba D'Souza is a nurse educator and researcher, serving as an Associate Professor in the BScN and MN programs at the School of Nursing, Thompson Rivers University in British Columbia, Canada. Her research program focuses on the critical area of psychosocial oncology and cancer care, employing mixed methods and participatory action research. Her work emphasizes the needs of immigrants, refugees, older adults, and rural communities in British Columbia. She has made significant contributions to knowledge translation and contextual evidence in nursing, keeping pace with the latest advancements in the nursing field. Currently, Dr. D'Souza is leading significant research as the Principal Investigator on a grant funded by the Breast Cancer Society of Canada. This longitudinal community participatory action research aims to enhance Cancer Survivorship and Navigation for patients, survivors, and caregivers in British Columbia. The ultimate goal is to improve patient-reported outcomes, potentially influencing policy and practice in cancer care delivery. She continues to make substantial contributions to the field of nursing and oncology care, with a particular focus on improving outcomes for underserved populations and rural communities in British Columbia.

D’Souza, M. S., Smith, M., Savoy, M., & Strank, A. (2024). Cancer Survivorship and Navigation. Breast Cancer Canada, Breast Cancer Society of Canada Grant and Thompson Rivers University. Retrieved on 30 December 2024. Available on: https://cancercarenavigation.ca/