Public perceptions of families affected by pediatric cancer and educational work in pediatric oncology

CONCLUSION: The present findings can be used to design cancer awareness and anti-stigma programs aimed at educating the general population about the early symptoms of cancer, where to receive health consultation services, how to talk with and act around cancer-affected children, and how to support such children and their families.IMPACT: Despite advances in modern medicine and multiple cases of pediatric cancer being successfully treated, stereotypes about the incurable nature of cancer still exist in many countries. The present findings can serve as a platform for the comparative study of cancer-related issues in other regions and countries. The results of this study can also be used to design cancer awareness and anti-stigma programs aimed at educating the general population about the early symptoms of cancer, where to receive health consultation services, how to talk with and act around cancer-affected children, and how to support such children and their families.PMID:38609567 | DOI:10.1038/s41390-024-03179-3
Source: Pediatric Research - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Source Type: research