What question did this study set out to answer?

To evaluate the prevalence of social risks among adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients with and without a history of cancer.

March 4, 2026Open Access

Social Risk Prevalence in Adolescent and Young Adult Patients With and Without a History of Cancer

Key Points

To evaluate the prevalence of social risks among adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients with and without a history of cancer.
Cross-sectional design
Comparison between AYA patients with and without cancer history
Assessment of social risk prevalence
Qualitative analysis of social risk impact
High burden of social risks found in both groups of AYA patients
Need for routine assessment of social risks in AYA populations
Implication for improving health care equity identified

Abstract

This cross-sectional study found that regardless of cancer history, AYA patients may experience a high burden of social risks. These findings support the need to routinely assess and address social risks in AYA populations to improve equity in health care. Future research should investigate the association of social risks with health care use and long-term outcomes.

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