Social Isolation Among Individuals With Cancer

Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2022 Sep 15;26(5):463-470. doi: 10.1188/22.CJON.463-470.

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified the social isolation of individuals with cancer. Studies about how to address social isolation among patients with cancer are limited, yet data from other high-risk populations can inform.

Keywords: loneliness; oncology nursing; social isolation; socialization.

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19*
  • Humans
  • Neoplasms*
  • Pandemics
  • Risk Factors
  • Social Isolation