Play and Recreation During Hospitalization
Play and recreation can be therapeutic by giving children the opportunity to explore, express and process their healthcare experiences in a safe, non-threatening environment.
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Heart Facts For You
Spreading the word about CHD is vital to educating the public as a step towards improving care and fueling scientific research.
Adolescent and Young Adult FAQs
If you are an adolescent or young adult (AYA) with cancer, you probably have many questions. We understand that not everyone wants to ask their questions out loud, so we’ve compiled a list of those that are often asked.
Cancer Hope Network
Cancer Hope Network provides free and confidential one-on-one emotional support to cancer patients, their caregivers, and their family members.
Thriving in School After Treatment
In this webinar CHOP experts discuss neuropsychological evaluation, the legal rights of students, and how to support your child as he returns to learning.
Fertility Options for Young Female Cancer Patients
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has one of the best fertility preservation programs in pediatric oncology, offering choices for teenagers and young women as well as girls who have not yet experienced puberty.
Normal and Abnormal Thyroid Exam
Watch as Dr. Andy Bauer performs an exam on a teenager with a normal, healthy thyroid, and shows what to look for during exams on children with abnormal thyroids.
Support Siblings of Hospitalized Child
Learn about the reactions siblings may have when a brother or a sister is in the hospital and what caregivers can do to help the family cope.
Childhood Cancer: A Parent's Guide to Solid Tumor Cancers
This book features detailed and precise medical information about solid tumor childhood cancers, including neuroblastoma, Wilms tumor, liver tumors, soft tissue sarcomas, and bone sarcomas.
American Heart Association
AHA is the nation’s oldest, largest voluntary organization devoted to fighting cardiovascular diseases and stroke.