Why adolescents and young adults with cancer are falling behind

OPACC
Sep 29
1 min read

Adolescents and young adults with cancer who are navigating life between childhood and early adulthood face a unique set of challenges. Despite overall improvements in cancer survival rates, this group has not experienced the same gains as younger children or older adults. Researchers are working to change that by addressing not just treatment, but also the financial, emotional, and practical barriers that affect care.

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