The time of a cancer diagnosis is a difficult time of adjustment. Young people often need to spend more time away from friends and school, and need to consider the implications regarding their fertility.
The Youth Cancer Services provide specialist treatment and support to young people with cancer aged 15-25. The services are staffed with expert doctors, nurses, social workers, psychologists and others experienced in working with young cancer patients. To find out more, visit [ Ссылка ]
If you find any of the content distressing, you can call a CanTeen counsellor on 1800 835 932 (10am – 10pm AEST weekdays, 10am-6pm weekends) or LifeLine on 13 11 14.
To connect with other young people who understand what dealing with cancer is like, join CanTeen’s online community at [ Ссылка ]
