When Your Parent Has Cancer: A Guide for Teens, National Institutes of Health Publication 12-5724: If your mom, dad, or an adult close to you has cancer, this book is for you. Here you can read about what has helped other teens get through this tough time. Doctors, nurses, social workers, friends, and family are working hard to help your mom or dad get better. You are a very important part of that team, too. In the weeks and months ahead, you may...
Chances are, we all know someone who has been impacted by breast cancer. Statistics indicate that about 12 percent of U.S. women will develop this disease in their lifetime. This week's blog post is dedicated to better awareness, offering resources focused on prevention, treatment, and individual stories, as well as books for kids who are grappling with the illness of a parent.