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.
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
Cancer Support Groups
Explore the different types of cancer support groups and how to find one that is right for you.
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.
Getting Involved
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: 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.