Metastatic breast cancer patients have unique needs for treatment and care. Connecting patients to appropriate support services and palliative care is an area of need in health care. A recent study reported improvement in metastatic breast cancer patient quality of life and wellness with an intervention program called the Supportive, Education and Advocacy (MBC-SEA) program. (8/21/19)
The following studies are looking at palliative care for people diagnosed with cancer:
NCT04763174: An mHealth Symptom Management Intervention for Colorectal Cancer Patients (mCOPE). mCOPE will teach patients coping skills to manage their cancer-related symptoms (pain, fatigue and distress) in the context of unique age-related challenges; session content will be tailored based on participants' report. mCOPE sessions will be delivered via videoconferencing.
FORCE is a national nonprofit organization, established in 1999. Our mission is to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by adult hereditary cancers.