Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Two New Videos | AYA Support and End of Life, Cancer Information Highlights, October 7, 2020

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Cancer Information Highlights
From the National Cancer Institute
Updating you about cancer causes, prevention, screening, treatment, coping, and more
 
New from NCI
Video—Supporting Your Child with Cancer
""   When a child is diagnosed with cancer, parents need practical advice and information. Hear experts and parents discuss ways to support children going through treatment. 
Emotional Support for Young People with Cancer
doctor listens attentively to young woman   This new page can help young people find support after a cancer diagnosis and during cancer treatment. It includes advice on talking with mental health experts, spotting signs of depression, and finding support groups.
Young People Facing End-of-Life Decisions

The voice and views of young people with end-stage cancer matter. This page includes tips to help young people talk with their doctors and make choices about palliative care, advance directives, living wills, and how they want to be remembered.
Stories of Cancer Research
SET THIS ALT TEXT   The NCI Annual Plan & Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2022 shares the stories of three people who benefited from NCI research and the stories of two NCI-supported researchers who are working to find new ways to treat people living with cancer and improve their quality of life.
Video—Testicular Cancer | Did You Know?

Testicular cancer occurs most often in White men aged 20 to 34. Learn how common testicular cancer is, the likelihood of survival, how the disease is treated, and more.
Reducing Cancer's Global Burden

Dr. Satish Gopal, director of NCI's Center for Global Health, discusses opportunities for making progress against cancer worldwide, especially in low- and middle-income countries.

PDQ Updates
Breast Cancer Prevention

We've revised our PDQ summary on breast cancer with updated information about the effect that factors, such as a woman's reproductive history and use of hormone therapy, have on the risk of getting this disease.
 
Also of Interest
Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer

Young people with cancer face unique challenges. This recently updated page covers treatment, follow-up care, coping, and related research. It also lists other organizations that serve these young people.
Contact Us for Help

Information specialists at NCI's Cancer Information Service (CIS), NCI's contact center, are available to help answer your cancer-related questions in English and Spanish. Reach us by phone, chat, or email.

 

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