Experiences of adolescent and young adult cancer survivors during the COVID-19 pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This study aimed to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional survey of AYAs aged 18-49 with cancer in Canada between January and February 2021. Data from survivors, defined as AYAs more than one year off cancer treatment, were analysed. Multiple logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with psychological distress, loneliness and insomnia.

Results

The analysis included 384 survivors. Moderate-to-severe psychological distress was reported by 257 (68.9%) survivors and was associated with an income ≥ $60,000 (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] 2.15, 95% CI 1.11-4.17) and the presence of a pre-existing chronic physical health condition (AOR 2.05, 95% CI 1.18-3

SUBMITTER: Yan A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8801282 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature