Protecting an adult identity: A grounded theory of supportive care for young adults recently diagnosed with cancer
For adolescents and young adults living in high-income countries cancer remains the most common disease-related death. Increasing survival rates and projected longevity are positive outcomes, although long-term consequences of cancer and/or its treatment will likely increase the global burden of cancer. In low and middle-income countries the impact and needs of young adults with cancer are largely unknown and require further attention. However, universal studies have revealed that cancer-related needs for this group are multifactorial, complex and largely unmet.
Source: International Journal of Nursing Studies - Category: Nursing Authors: Louise Soanes, Faith Gibson Source Type: research
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