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EU policymaking fundamentals 2018

The Lasting Cycle Between Cancer and Socioeconomic Status

Erik (Sweden) shares how cancer during adolescence limits career growth, leading to long-term financial hardship that affects access to healthcare later in life. His experience highlights the need for policies addressing socioeconomic disparities. Learn more in YCE’s Recommendations for Equitable, Diverse, and Inclusive Cancer Care in Europe – Section on Education, Career Development, and Socioeconomic Status.