“Cancer in children is not preventable, meaning rapid diagnosis and access to high-quality care are critical for a positive outcome”, WHO 2023
The journey between illness, diagnosis and treatment is long, draining and challenging in every way. From a parent’s perspective. It is an expensive process financially, physically, and emotionally. Indeed, it is a lonely and trying time. Generally, no responsibilities can be put off until the child is better. There is work, other children, and family who also demand attention. The family often wishes to assist but doesn’t know how. The parents often wish for assistance, but frequently they don’t know how to help. Occupational therapy aims to ensure that the child has a childhood that is as close to normal as possible, considering the child’s health status and the family dynamic. The ability can facilitate coping and living for the child and the caregiver. To provide a child who is going through cancer treatment with a good quality of life through ensuring activity participation, the following factorsare crucial
Guest: Guest: Ms Aluwani Manenzhe - Occupational Therapist President of Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa (OTASA)