My Child Has Cancer
2009 January 24 by: Scott
According to the National Cancer Institute, “Cancer is the leading cause of death by disease among U.S. children between infancy and age 15. Approximately 10,730 new cases of pediatric cancer are expected to be diagnosed in children 0–14 years of age in 2008. Among the major types of childhood cancers, leukemias (blood cell cancers) and brain and other central nervous system (CNS) tumors account for more than half of new cases. White children are more likely than children from any other ethnic group to develop cancer.” Parents searching for related children cancer informational Websites will find these ScottCounseling recommended sites to be helpful.
Children & Cancer Websites
Facing Cancer Together is a program of the Angel Foundation
Ask A Counselor- Receive helpful information from a counselor who has helped children and families experiencing cancer. Ask your child cancer related questions and receive answers within 24 hours.
I’m Too Young For This – Connect with your peers, read up on information related to you and find out about resources that will help keep your life on track.
Teens Living With Cancer – a site for teens with cancer who still have a lot of living left to do and want to get the real story
Planet Cancer -A resourceful site that brings together a community of young adults with cancer
Livestrong Young Adult Alliance – Lance Armstrong Foundation program is made from a coalition of organizations for young adults with cancer
2bMe - a site hosted by Look Good Feel Better designed to help teens deal with appearance, health and social side effects of cancer
Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults – free support programs, education and resources for young adults with cancer and their families
Gilda’s Club – an organization that connects families and patients going through cancer
