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Chemotherapy for young adults

Chemotherapy is the use of potent drugs or chemicals, often in combinations or intervals, to kill or damage cancer cells in the body. Chemotherapy dru…

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is the use of potent drugs or chemicals, often in combinations or intervals, to kill or damage cancer cells in the body. Chemotherapy dru…

Blood transfusions for young adults

Blood transfusion using cells donated by healthy volunteers can help replace red cells, platelets and other blood components. Some people with leukemi…

Communicating with your blood cancer specialist or care team

How to advocate for your careLearn about your diagnosis and treatment optionsConsider clinical trialsDon’t be afraid to seek a second opinionUnderstan…

Communicating with your specialist or care team as a young adult

Communication with your specialist and the team coordinating your care is very important. Share with your doctor how much you want to know about your …

Home care for children and teens

You don't necessarily need to depend on inpatient medical facilities to meet your child’s healthcare needs. If your child’s condition allows, they can…

Food and nutrition for young adults

Eating well can help you feel better and stay stronger during and after cancer treatment. Patients who eat well and maintain a healthy body weight oft…

Cancer drug therapies for young adults

In the past decade alone, new drugs and new uses for existing drugs have greatly improved rates of cure or remission for people with blood cancer of a…

Biosimilars versus generic drugs for young adults

Biosimilars and generic drugs are both created based off existing drugs. The brand name drug is called either a “reference product” or a “reference …

Methods to administer cancer drugs in young adults

Chemotherapy is often given in combination with other drugs and can be given in different ways. The method of administering the drug is based on the t…

Dental and oral health in young adults

Side effects of cancer treatment may cause a variety of problems affecting the mouth, teeth, and jaw that can have an impact on your quality of life. …

Question guides for young adults

Before you visit your doctor and other healthcare providers, it's a good idea to write down your questions or concerns. For a list of suggested questi…

Heart, kidneys, liver and lung function in young adults

Some cancer treatments can affect the function of major organs like the heart, kidneys, liver and lungs. Your doctor will monitor you closely for any …

Pregnancy & Cancer Registry

To collect information about the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in pregnancy, and to study the health of pregnant women with a history of cancer an…

Childhood Cancer Guides

As a part of Alex’s Lemonade Stand, the childhood cancer community publishes books that provide information, support, and resources. Books feat…

Cancer in the Family

Treating Myelodysplastic Syndromes Transformation to Acute Myeloid Leukemia

This activity is intended for hematologist/oncologists, oncology nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with hema…

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Living Well with Blood Cancer - Tampa

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THIS FREE, EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR THE BLOOD CANCER COMMUNITY! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.There is not a one size fits all nutrition p…

Exploring Clinical Trials and Health Outcomes for the Black Cancer Community

A free educational eventPlease join us for a presentation and community discussion focused on informed decision making for clinical trials in cancer c…

Blood Cancers and Our Community - Baltimore Education and Health Fair

A FREE EDUCATIONAL EVENTCome join us for a day of information and resources! During this event, you will hear from an expert speaker on ways to better…

Living Well with Blood Cancer - San Diego

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THIS FREE, EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR THE BLOOD CANCER COMMUNITY! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.Please join us for this FREE, educational e…