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This page provides numerous resources for cancer survivors and their caregivers. For information about cancer types, treatment, and clinical trials, as well as links to other NCI resources, please go to the NCI homepage.

You can read some stories of cancer survivors and caregivers on the Cancer Survivor and Caregiver Stories page.

On this page

Health and Well-Being After a Cancer Diagnosis

Explore links to resources that may help you enhance your health and well-being after a cancer diagnosis. The resources below address emotional concerns, nutrition and physical activity, support services, follow-up medical care, and testing for cancer.

Coping with Cancer

Explore information about coping with issues and concerns that can occur after a diagnosis of cancer.

Depression

Read about cancer-related depression in child and adult cancer survivors.

Post-Traumatic Stress

Find out more about the identification and treatment of post-traumatic stress after a cancer diagnosis.

Emotional Support for Young People with Cancer

Discover options for support of young people after a cancer diagnosis.

Nutrition in Cancer Care

Learn more about the importance of good nutrition in cancer care.

Physical Activity and Cancer

Review the evidence on physical activity and cancer.

Follow-Up Medical Care

Explore different aspects of follow-up care.

Cancer Screening

Learn more about cancer screening.

Possible Side Effects and Late Effects of Treatment

People diagnosed with cancer may benefit from information about possible side effects and late effects of cancer treatment. Below you will find links to resources that may assist in discussions with your medical team.

Side Effects of Cancer Treatment

Learn about steps you can take to manage possible side effects of treatment.

Late Effects of Cancer Treatment

Find out more about late- effects, which are health concerns that may appear months or years after cancer treatment.

Late Effects of Treatment for Childhood Cancer (PDQ®)–Patient Version

Learn about the important factors that affect the risk of late effects in childhood cancer survivors.

Support and Palliative Care Services

Support Services Locator

Choose from a list of organizations nationwide that provide emotional, practical, and financial support services for people who have been diagnosed with cancer and their families.

Palliative Care in Cancer

Learn more about care given to improve the quality of life of people with cancer.

News, Events, and Video Resources

News and Highlights

View recent cancer survivorship news.

OCS Events

Register for upcoming OCS events or watch recordings of past webinars, many featuring cancer survivors and advocates.

OCS Video Library

Watch cancer survivor story videos and hear from advocates as they address survivorship-related questions.

Getting Involved

NCI Office of Advocacy Relations (OAR)

OAR is the NCI home for engaging with the cancer advocacy community. Learn about opportunities for advocates to participate in research and other NCI-sponsored activities.

NCI Council of Research Advocates (NCRA)

NCRA is the only NCI advisory committee comprised entirely of advocate leaders. The group provides advice and strategic insights from the community’s perspective on a wide variety of issues, programs, and research priorities.

Facing Forward: Making a Difference in Cancer

Get an overview of the potential benefits of becoming involved in cancer-related activities, such as helping with outreach and education, fundraising, or raising awareness about research or public health issues.

Facing Forward Publications

Designed to educate cancer survivors, family members, and health care providers about the challenges associated with life after cancer treatment, this series is available in a variety of formats.

Facing Forward: Life After Cancer Treatment

For those who have recently completed cancer treatment, this booklet covers issues such as follow-up medical care, physical and emotional changes, social relationships, and workplace issues.

Facing Forward: When someone You Love Has Completed Cancer Treatment

For caregivers looking for support as cancer treatment concludes, this booklet discusses communication skills and feelings, ways to get support, follow-up care, and self-care.

Facing Forward: Making a Difference in Cancer

Get an overview of the potential benefits of becoming involved in cancer-related activities, such as helping with outreach and education, fundraising, or raising awareness about research or public health issues.

Siga Adelante: la vida despues del tratamiento del cancer

Read the Spanish-language version of Life After Cancer Treatment.

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Last Updated
January 09, 2025