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Improving the identification of cancer patients’ caring relationships

Published Date: 1.11.2019

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Theme: Recognition and inclusion

Sub-theme: Carer recognition

Health care services Carer recognition Open access Peer-reviewed journal article Literature review

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Theme: Recognition and inclusion

Sub-theme: Carer recognition

View Publication Health care services Carer recognition Open access Peer-reviewed journal article Literature review

Verification Statement

This publication / resource is hosted on a publicly available external link. If the full text is not publicly accessible, summary points are included and a contact method for the author(s) is provided, where available.

The summary information presented is based on content submitted by an author or other user
, along with publicly available information about the publication / resource added by the Carer Knowledge Exchange team.

All content is reviewed, edited and approved by the Carer Knowledge Exchange team, in line with our Submission Guidelines.


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Improving the identification of cancer patients’ caring relationships

Published Date: 1.11.2019

  • Author/ Authors

    Sian White, Natalie Hart, Suzanne Lewis

  • Suggested citation (APA 7th edition)

    White, S., Hart, N., & Lewis, S. (2019). Improving the identification of cancer patients’ caring relationships. International Journal of Care and Caring, 3(4), 585–590. https://doi.org/10.1332/239788219X15677825654311

Long Summary

This article outlines the findings of a literature review and environmental scan of the extent of the issue of carer identification for cancer inpatients. Conducted by Carer Support Unit of the Central Coast Local Health District (New South Wales, Australia), the review was the first stage of a project aimed at improving carer identification. The review also includes quotes from carers and health professionals.

    Key Messages for Carers


  • Provides an example of conducting carer-focused research to ensure initiatives are sensitive to care experiences and needs
  • Offers insights into how health services approach issues affecting carers
  • Provides an example of involving carers in research

  • Key Messages for Policy Makers


  • Provides an overview of barriers to carer identification in health settings
  • Offers recommendations for improving carer identification
  • Provides an example of conducting research to inform the development of carer-focused initiatives

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