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Table 3 The end of treatment priorities identified from phases 2 and 3

From: The support and information needs of adolescents and young adults with cancer when active treatment ends

1) Earlier provision and preparation around ongoing impact of cancer and cancer treatment

2) Standardised and continued follow-up of young people’s emotional well-being

3) Development of more information and resources specific to young people

4) Increasing the availability and awareness of peer-to-peer support for all young people after treatment ends

5) Increasing awareness of support available to young people at the end of treatment

6) Clearer structures, roles and processes in place to assist young people to access support after treatment ends (e.g. definition of who is responsible for giving information and support at the end of treatment and how this is shared with the young person)

7) Improved communication and care co-ordination between all professionals involved in a young person’s care after treatment ends