Although cancer in the adolescent and young adult age group is rare, a cancer diagnosis is the most common cause of death in this age group after accidents, murders and suicides.
Being familiar with potential medical and psychosocial complications and
providing support to families are essential in the primary care of adolescents
and young adults with cancer.
GPs have an important role in providing care for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with cancer, and their role should be encouraged, even for patients with complex needs.
Ng, M., Forsyth, V., Trahair, T., Carrington, N., Anazodo, A. (2017, August). Adolescents, young adults and cancer: what GPs need to know. Medicine Today, 18(8). 14-22.
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