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Stem Cell Transplants for Teens
Stem cells can develop into cells with different skills, so they're useful in treating diseases like cancer.
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My Friend Has Cancer. How Can I Help? for Teens
It's hard to know how to respond when someone you love — someone your own age — is diagnosed with cancer. Here are some thoughts on dealing with feelings and helping your friend.
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Chemotherapy for Teens
Chemotherapy (chemo) is treatment with medicines that stop the growth of cancer cells. Find out how chemo works and what to expect when getting treatment.
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Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Teens
Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
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Steroids and Cancer Treatment for Teens
If your doctor prescribed steroids as part of your treatment for an illness, don't worry. It's not the illegal, doping scandal kind of steroid. Get the details in this article for teens.
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Cancer: Readjusting to Home and School for Teens
If you've just finished a long hospital stay, you may have questions about reconnecting with friends and family. Get answers in this article for teens.
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Sports and Exercise Safety for Teens
Playing hard doesn't have to mean getting hurt. The best way to ensure a long and injury-free athletic career is to play it safe from the start. Find out how.
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Diseases & Conditions for Teens
From asthma to ulcers, learn about diseases and conditions that can affect teens. Get health information and resources for yourself or someone you care about.
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Medical Tests & Procedures for Teens
Learn about some common medical tests and procedures - how they work and why people need them - in these articles and videos for teens.
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School and Cancer for Teens
Staying on top of schoolwork can be challenging, even for students with no health problems. This section has tips on what to do when you have to miss a lot of school because of cancer.