Navigating Childhood Cancer
Practical advice from people who have been through it
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to recognize and support the children and families affected by childhood cancers.
Since Dr. Sidney Farber first started treating childhood cancer patients over 70 years ago, cure rates have continued to improve due to new, more effective treatments. Today, more and more of these patients survive, but the journey through cancer treatment remains a difficult and challenging one for patients and their families.
Diagnosis Resources
- Tips for Sharing a Child’s Cancer Diagnosis with Others
- Second Opinions for Pediatric Cancer Patients: What to Know
- What Parents Should Know About Fertility Preservation for Young Cancer Patients
Treatment Resources
- Nutrition Tips for Childhood Cancer Patients
- 10 Tips to Manage Cancer-Related Stress and Anxiety
- Patient and Family Resources