Adolescents / Young Adults

In addition to our patient and family support programs, we are pleased to share several other credible organizations and resources specifically for young adults, as well as two special videos that you may find helpful.

fertility preservation

In this video, Kristin Smith, program manager for fertility preservation at Northwestern's Lurie Cancer Center, helps young, newly diagnosed cancer patients understand their individual treatment fertility risk, and their options for fertility preservation.

social support

Chelsea Donahue, director of programs at Stupid Cancer, discusses the importance of a strong and supportive peer network, in this video, and how organizations can help young adults with leukemia.