Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death in Denmark. Approximately 35,000 people are diagnosed with cancer each year. Advances in diagnostic methods and treatment have improved survival, and the number of people living with or beyond a cancer diagnosis continues to increase. Today, more than 400,000 people in Denmark are living with or after cancer, and this number is growing by approximately 4% annually.
Timely diagnosis and high-quality follow-up are essential to improving outcomes for people affected by cancer, including the early detection of recurrence. As most cancers are first identified when patients present with symptoms in general practice, our research examines the entire cancer pathway — from the first signs and symptoms to diagnostic investigations, treatment and follow-up. We place particular emphasis on the role of general practice in cancer diagnosis and survivorship care, as well as on the impact of fast-track cancer pathways.
Our research is grounded in medical and epidemiological approaches and strengthened by interdisciplinary perspectives that combine diverse theoretical frameworks, research methods and academic disciplines. This enables us to address complex challenges in cancer diagnosis and care from multiple perspectives.
The research group collaborates closely with hospital-based oncology departments and researchers in organisational studies, psychology, anthropology, sociology and health economics. Through these multidisciplinary collaborations, we aim to generate knowledge that can improve cancer pathways, strengthen clinical practice and support better outcomes for patients.
The research group collaborates closely with hospital-based oncology departments and with partners in organisational research, psychology, anthropology, sociology and health economics.