Phase III Trial Opens: Digital Psychosocial Intervention for Parents of Children with Cancer — Bilingual Support Platform Shows Promise
247 Health News Editorial
·18 June 2026
·3 min read
·clinical-trialsNew randomised trial tests digital psychosocial support platform for parents of children with cancer, offering bilingual intervention to reduce caregiver distress and improve coping strategies. The eSCCIP platform addresses critical gaps in accessible mental health support for families facing pediatric cancer.
Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov
References
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