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Researchers from The Institute of Cancer Research and the Cancer Research UK Convergence Science Centre are running online focus groups with people who have experienced breast cancer and their carers to understand how the NHS and UK government can better support them.
Working as part of the Lancet Breast Cancer Commission the team has been gathering responses to a survey on the hidden costs and unmet supportive care needs of people who have experienced breast cancer. Challenges such as childcare and taking time off work have been identified. The team is now planning to hold a series of focus groups to develop recommendations for improved support for UK breast cancer patients and their families.
Focus group details:
People will be invited to two online focus groups (1.5 to 2 hours long). There will be a 3-week break between each focus group. These groups will be on Zoom.
Participants will be asked to complete two voluntary short surveys (5-10 minutes) after each focus group session.
There will be a £50 compensation for each of the focus groups (£100 in total). This will be paid after attendance of the two workshops*
Sessions will be held in late April to May 2025. Participants will be able to provide their availability.
*Please be aware that any payments or vouchers may be considered as earnings by the Inland Revenue, and there may be associated tax implications. If you are receiving benefits you may need to notify the Jobcentre about this activity. If there are any tax or benefit implications for you please let us know. You have the option of asking for payment at a lower amount or declining any payment and offering to volunteer instead.
Researchers from The Institute of Cancer Research and the Cancer Research UK Convergence Science Centre are running online focus groups with people who have experienced breast cancer and their carers to understand how the NHS and UK government can better support them.
Working as part of the Lancet Breast Cancer Commission the team has been gathering responses to a survey on the hidden costs and unmet supportive care needs of people who have experienced breast cancer. Challenges such as childcare and taking time off work have been identified. The team is now planning to hold a series of focus groups to develop recommendations for improved support for UK breast cancer patients and their families.
Focus group details:
People will be invited to two online focus groups (1.5 to 2 hours long). There will be a 3-week break between each focus group. These groups will be on Zoom.
Participants will be asked to complete two voluntary short surveys (5-10 minutes) after each focus group session.
There will be a £50 compensation for each of the focus groups (£100 in total). This will be paid after attendance of the two workshops*
Sessions will be held in late April to May 2025. Participants will be able to provide their availability.
*Please be aware that any payments or vouchers may be considered as earnings by the Inland Revenue, and there may be associated tax implications. If you are receiving benefits you may need to notify the Jobcentre about this activity. If there are any tax or benefit implications for you please let us know. You have the option of asking for payment at a lower amount or declining any payment and offering to volunteer instead.
