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14th October, 2009
European Survey on Standards of Care in paediatric oncology centres. J. R. Kowalczyk, M. Samardakiewicz, K. Pritchard-Jones, R. Ladenstein, S. Essiaf, E. Fitzgerald, G. Petrarulo, G. Vassal - EJC , Volume 61, pp 11-19
8th December, 2014
The purpose of this website is to provide good and clear information about the long-term effects of childhood cancer and to refer to the various late-effects outpatient clinics (LATER outpatient clinics) that exist in the Netherlands.
8th September, 2015
Cancer in young people is rare, but it is still a major health issue in Europe. Each year, more than 6,000 young people in Europe die of cancer. There are more than 300,000 European childhood cancer survivors (in 2020, they will be nearly half a million): two-thirds of them have some late side effects of treatment, that are severe and impact on the daily life of half of those affected.
This is a safe place to share, learn and grow. We welcome all cancer patients, survivors and their carers. Here all the opinions matter and your issues deserve to be addressed.
28th March, 2023
Discover the benefits of cancer support groups, the different types available, and how to find the right group to help you navigate your cancer journey, build connections, and improve your overall well-being.
7th March, 2023
This article discusses the well-known side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy, which is hair loss. It explains how hair loss happens during cancer treatment, and what patients can do to reduce hair damage. The emotional aspects of hair loss are also addressed, including tips for coping and managing the psychological stress that it can cause.
3rd March, 2023
This article discusses the role of diet in reducing the risk of cancer and provides practical advice for making healthy food choices. It covers the types of foods and drinks that can increase the risk of cancer and suggests simple steps towards a cancer-prevention diet.
28th March, 2023
This report examines the disparities in childhood cancer care across the WHO European Region, highlighting the key areas of inequality and proposing targeted recommendations to help decision-makers and politicians reduce these disparities and improve overall care.
21st February, 2023
Cancer doesn't just affect the patient - it affects their loved ones too. Caregivers of cancer patients often feel overwhelmed and stressed. In this article, we provide practical and emotional tips to support caregivers and help them care for themselves while caring for their loved ones.
13th February, 2023
During cancer treatment, nutrition plays an important role even more, especially in helping patients cope with the side effects of their treatment and boosting their overall health. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition for cancer patients, there are a few basic principles that everyone should keep in mind.
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