Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Regional Service Model Workshop
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The specific purpose of the workshop was to:
• identify the key features of an Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Regional Networked Service Model
• understand the key challenges to implementation
• agree the actions which will enable this to be achieved
Within Cancer Services, AYA refers to patients aged 13 to their 25th birthday.
The need for improved services for AYA with cancer has been recognised for many years. This distinct group of patients have complex, and specialist needs associated with not only the uniqueness of their cancer biology but also the recognised challenges of this age and life stage.
AYA with cancer interact with many services including haematology, oncology, medical and surgical specialities, psychology, psychiatry, palliative care, social work, youth work and education with wider support from Allied Health Professionals.