Fraternal twin of leukemia survivor: Advice for navigating a...
When my twin brother, James, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in June 2013, everyone was shocked. We were only 19 at the...
Hodgkin lymphoma survivor thankful for care at MD Anderson
Macey Hicks always made her health a priority. She went to 4 a.m. boot camp classes, worked out regularly, didn’t smoke and ate plenty...
Colon cancer in young adults: What you need to know
Colorectal cancer cases are on the decline overall. Research shows this is because more people are getting regular colorectal cancer...
Young adult colon cancer survivor says support was vital during...
At age 26, Savannah Kaspar was a typical young adult: working, spending time with family and friends and planning trips. But after a...
Young adult cancer survivor’s treatment sparks passion for...
In February 2013, Kenyan Guidry went to the emergency room for what he thought were symptoms related to a recent car accident.
“I...
Young adult astrocytoma survivor grateful for MD Anderson's...
“Other doctors felt they could not operate,” says Sean O’Brien, an astrocytoma survivor. But MD Anderson neurosurgeon Frederick Lang,...
Childhood cancer caregiver is passionate about serving our...
When it comes to MD Anderson’s pediatric cancer patients, Tomika Gamble is the agent of fun.
As program director for pediatric...
Supporting a loved one with cancer as a young adult? Follow...
As a young adult, it can be difficult supporting someone with cancer. Whether it’s your parent, grandparent, or family friend,...
Navigating cancer as a young adult: Common issues and how...
A cancer diagnosis can be scary at any age, but navigating cancer as a young adult presents unique challenges. We spoke with Wendy...
Navigating cancer as a young adult: Going away to college
Dealing with cancer as a teenager or young adult living at home can be difficult, but what happens when you go away to college?...