What do I need to know?

You may have lots of questions about life after treatment such as education, travel insurance, employment and fertility.

We hope that these information sections will help to answer many of the questions you have on surviving cancer as a child, teenager or young adult.


Attending regular follow-up clinic appointments

Cancer is treated in different ways and sometimes the treatments can cause long-term problems.

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Education and jobs

Regardless of previous ill health, all children and young people are entitled to education and, if you wish, to continue into higher education after leaving school, provided of course you can satisfy the qualification standards

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Equal opportunities

Everyone in the UK has rights to protect against discrimination.

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Life insurance and mortgages

Questions about life insurance or mortgages?

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Travel and vaccinations

While travelling is fine for most people, there may be some issues to think about beforehand.

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Fertility and sexual function

Most survivors of childhood cancer can expect to have a normal sex life. Cancer treatment can affect fertility but many people do go on to have children.

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Lifestyle and keeping healthy

By being aware of potential health risks, you have the chance to possibly reduce their impact by changing your lifestyle such as ensuring you eat healthily, take regular exercise and reduce stress levels.

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Feelings and emotions

Diagnosis and treatment for cancer is a difficult and stressful time for children, teenagers and young adults and their families.

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