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The experiences of families of children with cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic: A qualitative exploration.

Malcolm S Sutherland-FoggioCharis J StanekKimberly BuffLeena NahataTerrah Foster-AkardCynthia A GerhardtMicah A Skeens
Published in: Palliative & supportive care (2023)
Many common pandemic challenges were exacerbated by the stress of caring for a child with cancer. Parents struggled most with loss of social support and feelings of isolation. Careful consideration should be given to providing resources for parents of children with cancer and their families.
Keyphrases
  • papillary thyroid
  • social support
  • squamous cell
  • depressive symptoms
  • mental health
  • sars cov
  • coronavirus disease
  • lymph node metastasis
  • squamous cell carcinoma
  • heat stress