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Editorial
. 2022 May 15;128(10):1904-1906.
doi: 10.1002/cncr.34171. Epub 2022 Mar 14.

Caregiver burden among diverse caregivers

Rebecca L Utz  1 , Echo L Warner  2
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Editorial

Caregiver burden among diverse caregivers

Rebecca L Utz et al. Cancer. .

Abstract

Caregivers are diverse. Research needs to focus on understanding the similarities and differences of diverse caregivers, in order to develop the most supportive policies and programs.

Keywords: caregiver; caregiving burden; family; policy; well-being.

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Conflict of interest statement

Conflicts of Interest: None

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