COVID-19 Impact on Young Adult Cancer Patients
The Effect of COVID-19 Pandemic on Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Patients and Survivors
Recruiting
Observational Study
COVID-19 Infection
Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Cell Neoplasm
Malignant Solid Neoplasm
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 39
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 600 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for young adults aged 15 to 39 who have been diagnosed with cancer. Participants will be asked about their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic regarding their health and well-being.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I was diagnosed with cancer between the ages of 15 and 39
- I have received treatment for cancer at MD Anderson Cancer Center
- I am alive when contacted for the study
You may not be able to join if
- I cannot complete questionnaires in English
- I visited MD Anderson for a second opinion or for a non-treatment visit
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The study investigates how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the psychological, financial, physical, and social well-being of adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patients and survivors. AYA cancer survivors have inferior long-term survival compared to the general population, and the negative impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic may be even higher in this vulnerable group. The information ga…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* PATIENT COHORT INCLUSION:
* Initial cancer diagnosis between the ages of 15 to 39
* Received any cancer treatment at MD Anderson Cancer Center with data available in the MD Anderson Cancer Center Tumor Registry
* For questionnaire provision: confirmed alive at time of contact
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