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POLA Editorial Team
The POLA Editorial Team is dedicated to providing accurate, accessible information about cancer for patients, survivors, and their families across Europe.
Articles by POLA Editorial Team
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Quality of Life of Adolescent and Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancer in Europe - A Systematic Review
This study critically evaluates and summarises the latest evidence on the QoL of childhood cancer survivors in Europe an...
Quality of LifeAll
2023
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Fear of Cancer Recurrence: 7 Ways for AYAs to Cope
The article proposes some tips for Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) to deal with the fear of recurrence after the end...
Mental HealthAll
2014
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The PanCareSurFup Cohort of 83,333 Five-Year Survivors of Childhood Cancer: A Cohort From 12 European Countries
Article on the aim and importance of the PanCareSurFup project
Quality of LifeAll
2018
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Risk of Digestive Cancers in a Cohort of 69 460 Five-Year Survivors of Childhood Cancer in Europe: The PanCareSurFup Study
This article describes the risk of seccondary digestive cancers
Quality of LifeAll
2020
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Navigating Cancer and Fentanyl Dependence: Resources for Coping and Harm Reduction
One of the results of cancer and treatment can be severe pain that can affect a person’s emotional well-being. Fentanyl...
Mental HealthAll
2023
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Recommendations for Gonadotoxicity Surveillance in Male Childhood, Adolescent, and Young Adult Cancer Survivors: A Report From the International Late Effects of Childhood Cancer Guideline Harmonization Group
Article with recommendations on gonadotoxicity surveillance in male CCS.
Quality of LifeAll
2017
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Parent-Reported Health-Related Quality of Life in Pediatric Childhood Cancer Survivors and Factors Associated With Poor Health-Related Quality of Life in Aftercare
The study examined how parents assess the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of child cancer survivors approximately...
Quality of LifeAll
2023
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Barriers to Receiving Follow-up Care Among Childhood Cancer Survivors
This article identifies barriers that survivors of childhood cancer can face when it comes to long-term follow-up care.
Long-term Follow-up CareAll
2023
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The PanCareSurFup Consortium: Research and Guidelines to Improve Lives for Survivors of Childhood Cancer.
Evaljuation of subsequent primary malignancies, cardiac disease and late mortality in survivors and guideline developmen...
Quality of LifeAll
2018
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Endocrinologic Sequelae in Childhood Cancer Survivors
Endocrine sequelae are most common, affecting 40–60% of survivors.
Late Effects of TreamentAll
2017
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Balancing the Benefits and Harms of Thyroid Cancer Surveillance in Survivors of Childhood, Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer: Recommendations From the International Late Effects of Childhood Cancer Guideline Harmonization Group
Surveillance recommendations for differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) after Radiation exposure to the thyroid gland .
Quality of LifeAll
2018
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Increased Risk of Cardiac Ischaemia in a Pan-European Cohort of 36 205 Childhood Cancer Survivors: A PanCareSurFup Study
Report on the risk of risk of cardiac ischaemia in CCS
Quality of LifeAll
2021
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Cancer Mortality in Europe: Causes, Trends, and Regional Variations
This article examines cancer mortality in Europe, exploring its primary causes, age-specific trends, and variations amon...
ScienceAll
2023
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European Cancer Statistics: a Comprehensive Overview
This data presents a snapshot of cancer in Europe, including its high prevalence, common types, age and gender distribut...
ScienceAll
2023
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Interview
Embracing Love and Change: Insights by 24-year-old Aneta Žačkova
Aneta, 24, conquered Hodgkin's lymphoma at 17. She values optimism, redefining priorities, and cherishes life's beauty.
SurvivorshipLymphoma
2023
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I've Beaten Cancer - How Do I Take Care of My Body Now?
After conquering cancer, the journey of renewal begins. Dive into our guide that seamlessly weaves the importance of phy...
Quality of LifeAll
2023
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When "Stay Positive" Isn't Enough: The Subtle Art of Supporting Cancer Patients
Supporting a cancer patient requires a delicate balance between empathy and empowerment. This article offers a comprehen...
Psychosocial CareAll
2023
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Unmasking Survivor's Guilt: The Complex Emotions of Beating Cancer
Navigating the euphoria of survival, many cancer victors grapple with an unexpected shadow: survivor's guilt. Dive into...
SurvivorshipAll
2023
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Interview
Discovering Life's Richness: Hannah's Insights and Aspirations
Delve into the life and wisdom of Hannah, a 31-year-old cancer survivor from Austria, whose diagnosis at a young age spa...
SurvivorshipAll
2023
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The Healing Power of Laughter: A Helpful Tool for Cancer Patients
Laughter comes at no cost but holds the power of innovative medicines and the support of dedicated individuals. By embra...
Psychosocial CareAll
2023
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Quiz
Empower Your Breast Health: The Comprehensive Breast Cancer Prevention Quiz
Discover your breast health IQ and learn valuable tips for breast cancer prevention with our engaging quiz. Test your kn...
EducationBreast
2023
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When Cancer Strikes During Adolescence: Finding Strength, Connections, and Hope Amidst the Turbulence of Puberty
Adolescence, a time of self-discovery, is complicated enough without the weight of a cancer diagnosis. Dive into our art...
Mental HealthAll
2023
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Interview
Redefining Normalcy: A Conversation With Aloysius Nydegger
Meet beatcancer.eu community's member Aloysius Nydegger, better known as Bron on Discord. Join us as we explore his life...
SurvivorshipAll
2023
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How to Cope with the Fear of Relapse: Living Beyond the Shadow
Confronting the looming shadow of a cancer relapse? Dive into our guide on navigating this fear, from understanding trig...
Mental HealthAll
2023
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