Tracey O’Brien, Chief Cancer Officer and CEO of Cancer Institute NSW, shared a post on LinkedIn:
“Cancer has a profound impact on adolescence and young adulthood – a time meant for building independence, identity and future plans.
More than 390 young people aged 15-24 in NSW are diagnosed with cancer each year. Every one of them faces their own complex and deeply personal challenges.
Getting the right, age‑appropriate care and support can make a real difference to a young person’s cancer journey. That’s why I’m proud to share the Cancer Institute NSW has launched a dedicated resource for young people with cancer, their families and healthcare teams.
It brings together trusted, age‑specific information for adolescents and young adults and connects them to support and services. It also features tailored resources for health care professionals, to support them in caring for young people with cancer.
Launched during Youth Cancer Awareness Month, this resource was created in partnership with young people, families and health professionals, ensuring young people are seen, heard and supported.
If you work with young people with cancer, I encourage you to explore the resource and help connect your patients to information made for them.
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