Childhood cancer survivors more likely to claim social security support as adults

Childhood cancer survivors are five times more likely to have enrolled in a Social Security disability assistance program than other citizens, a new American study concludes. "The long-term impact of cancer can affect other issues besides health outcomes," said the lead author on the study. "We need to do a better job of helping people function throughout their lives, not just when they're finishing their cancer therapy."

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