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Our Research

Our research is dedicated to improving outcomes for young adult cancer survivors, enhancing not only survival but also long-term quality of life, health, and well being. To achieve this, we identify critical health-related social needs and prioritize the development of care models for diverse survivor populations. We draw on the rich sociodemographic diversity of the regions we serve, conducting population-based research that captures the experiences and needs of survivors from all backgrounds and varied geographic regions.

Our work deepens understanding of the unique challenges faced by survivors transitioning through young adulthood, including emotional, social, and medical late effects, while informing the development of more effective survivorship care.

Studies

HACAA - Health and Community among Asian-Americans

Asian Americans are the fastest growing and largest immigrant group in the United States. The Health & Community among Asian Americans study will survey 350 Asian American young adult childhood cancer survivors using data from the California Cancer Registry. We aim to identify modifiable factors related to psychological, cultural, and neighborhood-level determinants of cancer- focused healthcare in this at-risk population.

PI: Kimberly Miller & Joel Milam

Funder: NIH/NCI (R01CA261888-01)

Social Health

Social Health, Activity Behaviors, and Quality of Life among Young Adult Cancer Survivors

The Social Health Study is a longitudinal study which will recruit 200 young adult cancer patients from diverse backgrounds at USC hospitals. Over 12 months we will examine how their social health changes after a cancer diagnosis, and how such changes impacts young adult’s activity behaviors, symptom burden, and quality of life.

PI: Kimberly Miller

Funder: NIH/NCI (R37CA256867)

 

Project Milestones

Project Milestones

Project Milestones is a study of young adult cancer survivors in Los Angeles County regarding their achievement of milestones of adulthood, well-being and health related quality of life, and risk and protective factors of cancer-related follow-up care.

PI: David Freyer & Joel Milam

Funder: NIH/NCI (R01CA237230)

 

 

 

 

Project Forward

Project Forward

Project Forward is a study of pediatric cancer survivors in Los Angeles County to assess their adherence and opinions regarding long-term follow-up care. 

PI: Joel Milam

Funder: NIH/NIMHD (R01 MD007801-01A1)

 

Project Core

Project CoRe

Project CoRe is a study of young adults with colorectal cancer to understand quality of life impacts and medical outcomes following a recent diagnosis.

PI: Kimberly Miller

Funder: The Aflac Archie Bleyer Young Investigator Award in Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology, Children’s Oncology Group

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