About Childhood Cancer

Cancer is a complex illness that requires clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below is some general information about childhood cancer, for which we have provided a brief overview.
 
If you cannot find the information in which you are interested, please visit the Oncology Online Resources page in this Web site for an Internet/World Wide Web address that may contain additional information on that topic.
 
Cancer Overview
 
Causes of Cancer
 
Diagnosing Cancer
 
Treatment for Cancer
 
Alternative Therapy for Cancer
 
Pain Management
 
Nutritional Requirements for a Child With Cancer
 
High-Calorie / High-Protein Diet
 
Clinical Trials and Cancer
 
Fertility Issues in Childhood Cancer Treatment
 
Questions to Ask Your Child's Physician
 
Coping With the Diagnosis

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