Journal article
Young women with breast cancer: Needs and experiences
Abstract
Background: Approximately 20% of all newly diagnosed breast cancer cases in Canada occur in women less than 50 years of age. Young women diagnosed with breast cancer (YWBC) may experience unique physical and psycho-social issues. There is a lack of data outlining the specific needs and experiences across the trajectory of care in YWBC. This study aimed to gather and analyze the physical, psycho-social and informational needs of YWBC at a …
Authors
Rana P; Ratcliffe J; Sussman J; Forbes M; Levine M; Hodgson N
Journal
Critical Public Health, Vol. 4, No. 1,
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Publication Date
January 1, 2017
DOI
10.1080/2331205x.2017.1278836
ISSN
0958-1596