Table 1 Recommended categories of SSC and components of SCPs by the IOM [8]

1. Information and education about the disease, its treatment and the possible early and late effects;

2. Identification and treatment of the disease and therapy effects on all possible domains (i.e. physical and psychosocial, including work- and insurance-related);

3. Oncological follow-up with surveillance for cancer progression, recurrences or second cancers;

4. Coordination between all the healthcare providers involved in the care process, to make sure all of the survivor’s health needs are met

• Cancer type, treatments received, and their potential consequences;

• Specific information about the timing and content of recommended follow-up;

• Recommendations regarding preventive practices and how to maintain health and well-being;

• Information regarding employment and health insurance; and

• Information on the availability of psychosocial, nutritional, and other supportive services