As psycho-oncologists, we treat cancer patients. Therefore, we are responsible for psychological support throughout the whole cancer care trajectory including pandemic times. Schrag et al. (2020) outlined the issue “Oncology Practice during the COVID-19 Pandemic”. They say: “The technology used to effect this transformation is not new, but COVID-19 has forced widespread adoption of remote encounters by video applications, patient portals, or phone calls. Patients and oncologists have rapidly adapted to this new way of communicating and many have found this approach satisfactory and sometimes preferred. Barriers to remote care previously precluded by entrenched culture or billing hurdles have quickly been surmounted.” In this context, I would like to ask: How do you as psycho-oncologists deal with supporting cancer patients and their important others around the globe in this pandemic time? What kind of experience do you make in adopting your way of care? Is it the time to fine tune our supportive care for them including remote care in a more effective way? Facing Covid19 in my opinion is especially an issue of cognition and behaviour. As psychologists and psycho-oncologists, let us support our cancer patients and their beloved ones with our psychological approach of care!

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