Aug 17, 2021 11:00:00 AM
For people of every age, a cancer diagnosis is a life-changing, stressful turn of events. For children, this is especially true. They may not understand what is going on, why they feel so terrible, or how they’re going to get better.
Aug 3, 2021 11:00:00 AM
For children and teens, the topic of cancer can be overwhelming and confusing. From diagnosis to life in remission, parents must be able to appropriately explain the needs and circumstances of their child.
Jul 20, 2021 11:00:00 AM
Whenever you or your family experiences a medical crisis, you’re more than likely going to get your fair share of rude, invasive, or insensitive questions and comments from both strangers and friends.
Jul 6, 2021 11:00:00 AM
Palliative care has become an increasingly essential part of care for those with serious illnesses — including kids with cancer.
Jun 22, 2021 11:00:00 AM
When you have a child diagnosed with cancer, there are no adequate words to describe how you feel. Understandably, these brave parents will focus all of their energy and resources on their children — helping them survive, heal, and thrive beyond the shadow of cancer.
Jun 8, 2021 11:00:00 AM
Summer brings back a flood of memories. For many of us, those memories include going to summer camp! For kids with cancer, a lot of fun, everyday activities have to be cut down or forgotten altogether. Treatment takes a physical and emotional toll on a child and they may not feel up to doing all of...
May 25, 2021 11:00:00 AM
For pediatric cancer patients, beating cancer is just the beginning of a lifelong journey. While up to a quarter of childhood cancer survivors will see no long-term side-effects of cancer and cancer treatment, many will.
May 11, 2021 11:00:00 AM
For children undergoing cancer treatment, physical activity and fitness can be of low priority. After all, people diagnosed with chronic or long-term illness are often told to rest and to take it easy. While this can be beneficial if the physical activity causes physiological problems — racing...
Apr 27, 2021 11:00:00 AM
When someone we love has cancer, we can struggle to know what to say and do to bring comfort and support. Sometimes we are so afraid of saying the “wrong” thing that we choose not to say anything at all. We may not realize it, but that silence can be hurtful, too.
Apr 20, 2021 10:00:00 AM
As parents, family members, and supportive communities trying our best to help kids through their cancer journey, we can often feel at a loss as to how to help. It may feel like your child is left to fight alone, even though you are there. Going through cancer is a unique experience that can be...
