Cancer Care Experiences Among Adolescents, Caregivers, and Health Care Providers in a Regional Canadian Context: Protocol for a Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Adolescents diagnosed with cancer face significant disruptions to their development, education, and social lives. These challenges are pronounced in regional settings, where access to specialized, developmentally appropriate oncology care is limited. In Ontario, Canada, youth aged 12 to 18 years often fall between pediatric and adult care systems, leading to fragmented services, unmet psychosocial needs, and long-term disparities in survivorship. While international literature has examined the cancer experiences of adolescents and young adults, most research originates from the United States, limiting its relevance in the Canadian context. In Ontario's regional hospitals, youth and families face disparities in care quality, specialist access, and logistical challenges. M

SUBMITTER: Tay J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12481136 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature