Cancer in Young Adults

Watch the "Moving Forward" video series for young adults from ASCO and the Lance Armstrong Foundation, adapted from this content.

Each year, more than 70,000 young adults in their 20s and 30s are diagnosed with cancer. This section provides information on the following:

Being a Young Adult With Cancer: Find practical information about cancer, such as what cancers are most common in young adults, what to do after a diagnosis, how to talk with the doctors and nurses, and how to find help and support.

Family, Friends, and Relationships: Learn how cancer can affect relationships with a spouse or partner, family members, and friends.

Treatment Information: Find information about cancer treatment, clinical trials, and questions to ask the doctor about treatment.

Cancer and Your Body: Learn how cancer can affect your body, body image, fertility, and reproductive health.

Life After Treatment: Learn more about being a cancer survivor, including managing your health, coping after cancer, and returning to school or work after cancer.

Camps and Retreats: Summer camps, weeklong retreats, or weekend gatherings can be a wonderful way for children, adults, and families to come together to experience new adventures, find support, and learn something new about themselves.

Resources for Young Adults: Find websites for young adults with cancer, a listing of camps and retreats for families and young adults affected by cancer, and a listing of educational scholarships available to young adults with cancer.