surviving cancer

Cancer patient caregivers deal with significant impact to emotional health

Cancer patient caregivers deal with significant impact to emotional health

The number of informal caregivers who look after older adults with cancer is on the rise. Caregivers could be relatives, partners, or even friends who provide assistance to people in order to help them function. Most older people with cancer live at home and are dependent on informal caregivers for support with their cancer treatment, symptom management, and daily activities.