Finding your first job is tougher than ever. But for the seven young people diagnosed with cancer every day in the UK, the barriers are even higher. Five-year survival rates for 13 to 24-year-olds are over 80%. Young patients often make a full recovery after treatment and have a normal life expectancy. But studies suggest that many miss out on a crucial period in their education or training – which can lead to a constant battle to compete in the jobs market. Cancer charity Clic Sargent recently released a report highlighting the devastating impact cancer can have on young survivors confidence in seeking employment or furthering their education. The charity found in a 2010 study that 29% of young patients surveyed had to leave education completely after their diagnosis, and two-thirds of 16 to 18-year-olds fell behind with their studies as a result of cancer and its treatment. Without essential qualifications or experience, securing a job or a university place can be a struggle. theguardian/society/2014/jan/29/young-cancer-survivors-support-education-employment
Posted on: Wed, 29 Jan 2014 16:59:13 +0000
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