Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer

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Understanding CAR-T cell therapy and its potential side effects

Dr. Mohamed Kharfan Dabaja discusses who is eligible for CAR-T cell therapy, the treatment process and its potential side effects.

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Fertility considerations in cancer treatment: Preserving hope for the future

If you or a loved one is facing a cancer diagnosis, here's what you need to know about potential fertility implications.

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4 truths about testicular cancer survivorship

Drs. Lance Pagliaro and Bradley Leibovich explain what people diagnosed with testicular cancer need to know about life after treatment.

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More adventures thanks to advanced cancer care, robotic surgery

The story of 39-year-old Stacy Weisensel's diagnosis of stomach cancer and her treatment journey at Mayo Clinic.

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Q&A on cancer in adolescents and young adults

Dr. Allison Rosenthal explains why living with cancer is different for adolescents and young adults.

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What you should know about thyroid cancer in adolescents, young adults

Awareness of thyroid cancer symptoms and risk factors can help adolescents and young adults recognize early warning signs and find prompt treatment.

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Mayo Clinic Connect brings together 2 women with leukemia, 46 years apart

Two women diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia learn the value of patient mentorship and teach each other about the spirit of endurance.

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‘She has big things ahead of her.’ CAR-T cell therapy gives Florida teen hope

The story of Brooke Michael's journey to successful CAR-T cell therapy treatment after being diagnosed with primary B-cell lymphoma at 17.

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Support group buoys young adults with cancer

Mayo Clinic's Young Adult Cancer Support Group helps young people cope with cancer diagnosis, treatment and survivorship while navigating the transition to adulthood.

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Meeting the unique needs of adolescents and young adults with cancer

Hematologist-oncologist Dr. Allison Rosenthal discusses plans to launch a formal program for adolescents and young adults with cancer at Mayo Clinic in 2022.