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cancer care navigation

Cancer care navigation is a support system designed to help patients through their cancer diagnosis and treatment. A trained cancer navigator assists in coordinating appointments, understanding medical information, managing logistics like transportation and insurance, and connecting patients with resources and support services. This personalized guidance aims to reduce confusion and stress, ensuring that patients receive timely, effective care and feel supported throughout their cancer journey. The goal is to improve overall outcomes and make the complex healthcare process more manageable.