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Adolescents and Young Adults With Cancer

Nearly 70,000 adolescents and young adults (ages 15-39) learn they have cancer each year in the United States. This portal offers links to resources for questions about cancer, its treatment, clinical trials, and issues that may be faced after treatment. It also contains links to research studies and reports.

Cancer
Learn about cancer types common to adolescents and young adults (15 - 39 year olds).

Treatment and Clinical Trials
Learn about different cancer treatments and clinical trials. Get information about how to find a doctor and where NCI designated Cancer Centers are located.

Coping and Support
Learn about dealing with emotions and managing side effects during treatment. Find out about resources for family and friends and where to get financial-related help.

Survivorship
Read about life after cancer treatment and follow-up care.

Organizations and Resources
Check out other organizations and resources that provide information for adolescents and young adults with cancer.

Reports, Research, and Literature
Find research studies, reports, and articles that address adolescent and young adult cancer issues.

Questions about cancer?
To talk with someone in English or Spanish, call 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237), Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. local time. Visit our Contact Us page for more help options.

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