Cancer in Children

Last Updated: June 30, 2009

Cancer.Net offers the following resources to help when cancer is diagnosed in a child. This can be called childhood cancer or pediatric cancer.

Cancer.Net Guide to Childhood Cancer : This introduction contains general information on diagnosis, treatment, and after treatment information, as well as links to specific types of childhood cancer.

How A Child Understands Cancer : This article provides information on what children of different ages are likely to understand about a cancer diagnosis.

Clinical Trials : Learn more about research studies called clinical trials, which are the standard of care for the treatment of children with cancer.

Preparing Your Child for Medical Procedures : Tips for parents on how to prepare a child who needs to have procedures to diagnosis and treat cancer.

Siblings and Cancer : Information on common emotions experienced by siblings, common behaviors observed in siblings, tips on helping siblings cope, and resources for parents and siblings.

Camps/Retreats for Families and Children Touched by Cancer : A list of summer camps, week-long retreats, and other gatherings for children and families affected by cancer.

Childhood Cancer Survivorship : Find information on childhood cancer survivorship and the importance of follow-up care.

Late Effects of Childhood Cancer : Types of late or long-term side effects that may occur as a result of cancer treatment during childhood.

Childhood Cancer Resources : Resources that provide more information for children with cancer and their families.

Information for School Professionals

Children in classrooms across the country are likely dealing with cancer right now, whether with a grandparent, parent, or teacher. LIVESTRONG at School, free online lessons, teach about cancer in a way that is age-appropriate, hopeful, inspiring and empowering. Lessons include national standards, clear learning objectives, engaging videos, extension activities, a check for understanding and ways that students can get involved in the fight against cancer.