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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Home
Explore comprehensive information about childhood and adolescent cancer.
Find information about types of blood disorders in children and adolescents.
Learn more about infectious diseases in children and adolescents.
Treatments, Tests, and Procedures
Learn about treatments, tests, procedures, medicines, and side effects.
Learn about navigating and managing medical care for children and adolescents.
Emotional Support and Daily Life
Learn about emotional support and resources to help with day-to-day living.
Learn more through videos, blogs, stories, and other resources.
Understanding childhood diseases requires age-appropriate resources for children and families. Find information to help explain serious illnesses to kids of different ages, from young children to young adults. Explore resources and activities designed to provide clear explanations for your child’s developmental stage.
Many serious childhood diseases are passed down through families. Find more information about inherited risk and genetic testing.
Siblings of children with serious illnesses face their own challenges. Learn more about how to support siblings of children with serious illnesses.
Childhood cancer survivors may face lifelong challenges related to cancer treatment. Learn about possible conditions and ways to stay healthy.
The information you share with your child about cancer depends on his or her age and developmental level. All children need simple, clear explanations. They need to know they are loved and supported.