Young Adults' Perceptions of the Venturing Out Pack Program as a Tangible Cancer Support Service.
CONCLUSIONS: This program adds value to efforts to enhance cancer care for YAs. Integrating participants' recommendations contributes to the overarching goal of comprehensive person-centered care to an underserved segment of the cancer population.
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INTERPRETATION: The Vo-Pak program could be optimized by re-engaging healthcare professionals in its broader dissemination. Champions may be added to optimize the successful implementation of tangible support programs. YAs seem eager to connect with peers. The Vo-Pak can be instrumental in facilitating these connections and enabling these exchanges.
PMID: 26679455 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Oncology Nursing Forum - Category: Nursing Authors: Wazneh LM, Tsimicalis A, Loiselle CG Tags: Oncol Nurs Forum Source Type: research
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