Issues with thinking and memory

Before, during and/or after cancer treatment, many people experience difficulty with concentration, memory and thinking. This is known as ‘cognitive impairment’, ‘cancer fog’ or ‘chemo brain’.

    Information for cancer survivors and their families

    Guidance documents

    Additional resources for health professionals 

    If you would like to advise of any relevant services or provide feedback please email, ACSC

    Clinical services at Peter Mac Parkville

    The following services are available to patients of Peter Mac, Parkville. If you are treated elsewhere, please speak with your oncology team, as you may have different clinical service options.

    • Occupational therapy services Occupational therapists can help you improve your independence, safety, comfort, wellbeing and quality of life.

    • Psychology services Psychologists use various approaches to help people with cancer and their families adjust to the emotional and psychological challenges of cancer.

    Other clinical services in the Parkville precinct

    Peter Mac is also part of the Parkville precinct (Royal Melbourne Hospital, Royal Women’s Hospital), with services listed separately, above. If you would like to advise of any relevant services or provide feedback please email, ACSC. If you are treated elsewhere, please speak with your oncology team, as you may have different clinical service options.