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  • Germ Cell Tumors for Parents


    Germ cell tumors happen when reproductive cells in an unborn baby don't develop as they should.

  • Words to Know: Transplants for Parents


    Easy-to-understand definitions of some key transplant terms.

  • Sickle Cell Disease for Kids


    Sickle cell disease is a disease of the blood. Red blood cells are shaped like sickles, and can get stuck, especially inside smaller blood vessels.

  • Stem Cell Transplants for Teens


    Stem cells can develop into cells with different skills, so they're useful in treating diseases like cancer.

  • Sickle Cell Disease Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents


    If you're a teacher, here's what you need to know about sickle cell disease and how to support your students.

  • What Is Cancer? for Kids


    When kids get cancer, it can often be treated and cured. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) for Parents


    Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) happens when the body makes too many immature white blood cells. Among kids with leukemia, 20% have this type. With treatment, most recover.

  • Stem Cell Transplants for Parents


    Stem cells help rebuild a weakened immune system. Stem cell transplants are effective treatments for a wide range of diseases, including cancer.

  • Anemia for Parents


    Anemia happens when there aren't enough healthy red blood cells in the body. It can be caused by many things, including dietary problems, medical treatments, and inherited conditions.

  • What's Anemia? for Kids


    What does it mean when a kid has anemia? Learn about anemia, why kids get it, and how it's treated in our article for kids.