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ArticleThe Australian journal of rural health2026

Head and Neck Cancer Care Experiences of First Nations Australians: Insights From Patients and Carers.

Stephanie Ng, Tamara Butler, Rebecca Packer, Joanne Tesiram, Lynette Koina, Kalisha Soe, Elizabeth C Ward, Gail Garvey, Bena Brown

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Stephanie NgSchool of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.ORCID 0009-0005-9264-1335
Tamara ButlerYardhura Walani, National Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Research College of Law, Governance and Policy, Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.ORCID 0000-0001-6507-8157
Rebecca PackerSchool of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.ORCID 0000-0002-5744-7757
Joanne TesiramPrincess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.ORCID 0000-0002-8689-6260
Lynette KoinaSouthern Queensland Centre of Excellence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Healthcare, Metro South Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.ORCID 0009-0007-4341-4480
Kalisha SoeSouthern Queensland Centre of Excellence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Healthcare, Metro South Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.ORCID 0009-0003-6984-739X
Elizabeth C WardSchool of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.ORCID 0000-0002-2680-8978
Gail GarveyFirst Nations Cancer and Wellbeing Program, School of Public Health, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.ORCID 0000-0001-5065-5716
Bena BrownSouthern Queensland Centre of Excellence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Healthcare, Metro South Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.ORCID 0000-0002-7537-2402

Funding

Metro South Health Project Grant RSS 2023 008National Health and Medical Research Council GNT2008097National Health and Medical Research Council GNT 2034453
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectiveThere is a paucity of evidence exploring the experiences and care needs for First Nations Australians with head and neck cancer (HNC). The aim of the study was to explore the journey of HNC diagnosis, treatment, and early recovery for patients and carers to inform service improvement. SETTING, PARTICIPANTS AND

designFirst Nations HNC patient and carer (n = 19) experiences were explored qualitatively through Yarning. Data was analysed using reflexive thematic analysis, with First Nations researcher involvement embedded in all stages of data collection and analysis.

resultsKey themes identified included: Strengths and protective factors; Coordination of care; Quality and continuity of care; Cultural safety; Communication and information; Cultural connectedness in hospital; and Gaps in health system support. The Strengths and protective factors theme was noted to be interwoven throughout the other themes and supported participants as a safety net during their care. Practical recommendations to the HNC care pathway were also offered under each theme.

conclusionsThe seven themes identified provided insights into the HNC care experiences for First Nations Australians. These findings and participant recommendations will inform a co-design process to create an optimised care pathway.

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CaregiversHead and Neck NeoplasmsHealth Services, IndigenousAdultAgedAustraliaAustralian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander PeoplesFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedQualitative Researchcare experiencesFirst Nations Australianshead and neck cancerYarning

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