Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) information and support needs of Chinese-speaking cancer patients.
Lynda G BalneavesM E WongA J PorcinoT L O TruantS E ThorneS T WongPublished in: Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (2018)
CSCPs reported using CAM at rates significantly higher than for non-CSCPs. Given the predominance of biological-based therapies and the lack of consultation with oncology HCPs, it is imperative that CAM use be assessed and documented to ensure CSCPs' safety during cancer treatment. Culturally appropriate information and decision support is required to ensure that CSCPs are making safe and informed CAM decisions.
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