Hidden costs and unmet supportive care needs among individuals with experience of breast cancer and their carers in the United Kingdom.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The impact of cancer transcends physical health, affecting mental wellbeing, financial stability, and ability to perform daily tasks, influencing not only patients but also the broader community.

Methods

Online anonymous surveys (24/01/2023-03/03/2023) were disseminated via charities to individuals treated for breast cancer in the UK and their carers. Multivariable ordered logistic regression models were used to investigate demographic, cancer-related and employment factors associated with physical, wellbeing and financial Quality-of-Life (QoL).

Results

470 and 136 participants reported primary (PBC) and metastatic (MBC) breast cancer, respectively. 27% PBC and 35% MBC participants reported experience of financial problems. 17% PBC and 47% MBC participants

SUBMITTER: Ng S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12361448 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature