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The Cancer Journey for Parents

6 Tips for Parents to Tell Their Kids About Cancer

Parents often wonder how to tell their kids about cancer. This article offers six tips on how to best prepare and inform your children of your diagnosis.Continue reading6 Tips for Parents to Tell Their Kids About Cancer

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How to Care for Yourself When Caring for Someone with Cancer

Mental health support plays a meaningful role when caring for a loved one with cancer. This article explores why teens in particular need such support.Continue readingHow to Care for Yourself When Caring for Someone with Cancer

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A Guide to Radioactive Iodine (RAI) Treatment for Children

Learn the basics of radioactive iodine used in children with thyroid disease. This post will also cover how to make your child’s experience more comfortable.Continue readingA Guide to Radioactive Iodine (RAI) Treatment for Children

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Delicious & Easy Thyroid-Friendly Apple Crisp Recipe

They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away! Well, what about an apple crisp?! Try this sweet, thyroid-friendly recipe.Continue readingDelicious & Easy Thyroid-Friendly Apple Crisp Recipe

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TLC for Your Mouth: Important Steps to Protect Oral Health

Your oral health reflects your overall wellness. Brush up on the techniques you can use to maintain a happy, healthy smile. Get oral hygiene tips from the pros!Continue readingTLC for Your Mouth: Important Steps to Protect Oral Health

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Dental Hygiene Month: Maintaining a Happy and Healthy Smile

October is National Dental Hygiene Month. Brush up on the techniques you can use to maintain a happy and healthy smile. Get oral hygiene tips from the pros!Continue readingDental Hygiene Month: Maintaining a Happy and Healthy Smile

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How to Talk to Kids About Medical Devices: G-Tubes

While treating cancer, some medical devices that support you—like G-Tubes or feeding tubes—might jolt kids without preparing them ahead of time.Continue readingHow to Talk to Kids About Medical Devices: G-Tubes

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Should You Inform Your Child’s School of a Cancer Diagnosis?

For kids, school can be an escape, as well as a source of anxiety. Find out if, when and how you should tell your child’s school about a cancer diagnosis.Continue readingShould You Inform Your Child’s School of a Cancer Diagnosis?

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The Cancer Journey for Kids & Teens

12 Essential Books About Cancer for Kids and Teens

These essential books about cancer can help children gain insight into the meaning of a diagnosis, possible treatments and side effects that may occur later.Continue reading12 Essential Books About Cancer for Kids and Teens