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Phase III Trial Opens: Digital Psychosocial Intervention for Parents of Children with Cancer — Bilingual Support Platform Shows Promise

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18 June 2026

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New 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

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