I am excited to introduce this special edition of the Australian Journal of Cancer Nursing to celebrate CNSA’s 26th Annual Congress. On behalf of the CNSA Board of Directors and the 2024 Congress Organising Committee, we are excited for this publication to showcase innovations and advancements in nurse-led research in cancer care in Australia.
This year’s congress was held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on 19th – 21st June 2024, and the theme was Innovative Quality Care in a Digital Era. This was an opportunity to demonstrate CNSA's commitment to excellence in cancer care with a focus on the promise and challenges faced in cancer nursing in the digital age. This will be an ongoing area of interest for the CNSA, as it will be fundamental to shaping the future of cancer care, and we look to develop innovative solutions that will support our members to embrace their role as a digitally engaged workforce.
For CNSA members, who are dedicated cancer nurses, this congress holds special significance. It is a platform where they can listen and learn, share experiences, and connect with peers who are at the forefront of delivering exceptional care to those affected by cancer. We see this publication as an opportunity to showcase nurse-led research to a wider audience and champion the role of cancer nurses in the digital innovations that are revolutionising the cancer care landscape to ensure patients receive the highest quality care possible.
I would like to thank our organising committee, Diane Davey and Sue Bartlett, for their hard work in delivering what was a stimulating and interesting program. I would like to acknowledge the CNSA staff and board members who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the success of this annual event. I would also like to thank our congress partners and sponsors for their ongoing support to deliver this event that contributes to the professional development of cancer nurses in Australia.
I hope you enjoy reading the congress highlights, which outline the perspectives from our invited speakers related to quality care in a digital era, as well as the oral and poster abstracts, which showcase the innovative work being done by cancer nurses across this country.
Anne Mellon, CNSA President
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We look forward to seeing you at the 27th CNSA Annual Congress on 18th - 21st June 2025 in Adelaide. |
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Anne Mellon
CNSA President