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The caring experiences of family caregivers for patients with advanced cancer in Uganda: A qualitative study.

Sarah Maria NajjukaAngelique IradukundaMark Mohan KaggwaAnastacia Nabyonga SebbowaJoy MirembeKennedy NdyamuhakiCatherine NakibuuleJoan Patience AtuhaireElizabeth NabiryeElizabeth NamukwayaSarah Kiguli
Published in: PloS one (2023)
Study findings highlight the fundamental role of FCGs in the care of their loved ones, and illuminate the neglected physical, psychological and social challenges of family caregivers amidst health system tensions and conflicting roles. The needs of family caregivers should be embedded within cancer care, prevention and control programs particularly in low resource settings.
Keyphrases
  • advanced cancer
  • palliative care
  • mental health
  • healthcare
  • physical activity
  • public health
  • quality improvement
  • pain management
  • chronic pain
  • health insurance