Palliative care support for advanced cancer patients
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests a palliative care program to improve wellbeing for people with advanced cancer who are moving from hospital treatment to community-based care. It aims to provide extra support during this transition.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have been diagnosed with advanced cancer
- You are expected to have or already have needs for extra support and comfort (palliative care)
- You are moving from treatment meant to cure your cancer (hospital care) to care focused on comfort (community care)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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