Going back to work after cancer treatment can be challenging. You may be consumed with constant thoughts of what ifs: What if I can’t physically do the work anymore? What if my colleagues don’t view me the same? What if I am treated unfairly?
We spoke with Heather DeRousse, vocational counselor in our Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Program. She shared tips on how to look for and return to work during or after cancer treatment...
As a young adult, it can be difficult supporting someone with cancer. Whether it’s your parent, grandparent, or family friend, learning how...
A cancer diagnosis can be scary at any age, but navigating cancer as a young adult presents unique challenges. We spoke with Wendy Griffith...
Dealing with cancer as a teenager or young adult living at home can be difficult, but what happens when you go away to college? Whether you plan on attending college out of town or even out of state, it’s important to make your physical and mental health a priority.
We spoke with Wendy Griffith, program manager for our Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Program, who shared tips to help young adult cancer patients heading to college...
Last updated Sept. 22, 2023
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