Supportive and palliative care help for advanced cancer patients
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial is testing a program that helps people with advanced cancer and their caregivers get more supportive care (help with symptoms, emotions, and planning) during an unexpected hospital stay and after they go home. It aims to see if this program improves well-being and quality of life.
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Who can take part
- Be 21 years of age or older
- Have advanced cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic) or is stage III or IV and is recurrent or progressing
- Be currently admitted to the hospital for care that was not planned, and be expected to go home when you leave
- Be able to speak and understand English, Mandarin Chinese, or Malay
- Be able to give your informed consent to take part
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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