Cancer is a general term that applies to more than 100 different types of cancer. Each type of cancer has a special kind of treatment, unique problems, and general outlook. Cancer is largely a disease that affects older adults, though children can get a few types of cancer as well, including leukemia, a cancer of the blood; bone cancer; and brain tumors.""Living with Cancer"" provides teens with the information they need to understand the nature of the disease and its consequences on day-to-day life. Filled with pertinent facts, this accessible guide uses case studies and dramatized, real-life examples to illustrate the impact of living with cancer. An appendix presents useful information such as various organizations, support groups, online resources, and further reading.
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ZoAnn Dreyer, M.D., is associate professor of the Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology/Oncology at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
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