Mobile Health Tool Helps Improve Quality of Life For Young Breast Cancer Survivors - Report - MDSpire
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Mobile Health Tool Helps Improve Quality of Life For Young Breast Cancer Survivors
dolescent and young adult breast cancer survivors who used a novel mobile health (mHealth) intervention to self-manage post-treatment symptoms and concerns were able to improve their quality of life and reduce the burden of common symptoms compared to patients who received usual care, according to results from a new clinical trial being reported at the 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS).
Clinical Report: Mobile Health Tool Improves Quality of Life in Young Survivors
Overview
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Background
Adolescent and young adult breast cancer survivors often face long-term physical, emotional, and psychosocial challenges post-treatment, which can impact their quality of life and health behaviors. Traditional care models may not adequately address these ongoing concerns, highlighting the need for innovative interventions. Mobile health tools like the YES intervention provide accessible, scalable support to empower this population in managing their survivorship.
Data Highlights
Measure
YES Arm (n=179)
Usual Care Arm (n=181)
Baseline General QLACS Score
86.3
79.7
Baseline Cancer-Specific QLACS Score
52.5
48.9
Change in General QLACS Score (6 months)
-8.7
-1.6
Change in Cancer-Specific QLACS Score (6 months)
-7.8
-3.0
Key Findings
The YES intervention led to a statistically significant greater decrease in general quality of life scores compared to usual care (4.8 points).
Cancer-specific quality of life scores also improved more in the YES group, with a difference of 3.2 points.
Participants in the YES arm reported significant improvements in vaginal and arm symptoms.
Fatigue showed a modest improvement, although not statistically significant.
The intervention was designed to engage survivors in self-management and provide regular support with limited clinician input.
Clinical Implications
Healthcare providers should consider integrating mobile health interventions like YES into survivorship care plans for young breast cancer survivors. These tools can facilitate self-management and improve quality of life, addressing the unique challenges faced by this population.
Conclusion
The YES mobile health intervention demonstrates the potential of digital tools to enhance quality of life and symptom management in adolescent and young adult breast cancer survivors, marking a shift towards more accessible and patient-centered care.
