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Learn about the unique challenges and care considerations for patients diagnosed with early onset cancer in this 25-minute webinar from Yale Cancer Center's Review of Advances in Oncology series covering highlights from the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting. Explore the psychological, social, and medical complexities that arise when cancer strikes younger patients, including fertility concerns, career disruptions, family planning considerations, and long-term survivorship issues. Discover evidence-based approaches to providing comprehensive, age-appropriate care that addresses both the immediate treatment needs and the broader life impact of an early cancer diagnosis. Gain insights into multidisciplinary care strategies, communication techniques for younger patients and their families, and the latest research findings on early onset cancer trends and outcomes. Understand how to integrate psychosocial support services, genetic counseling, and survivorship planning into the care continuum for this unique patient population. Presented by Nancy Borstelmann, PhD, MPH, LCSW and Veda Giri, MD, this session provides healthcare professionals with practical tools and current knowledge to optimize care delivery for younger cancer patients.
