Matt remembers being alone in the hospital at night, which was a very unsettling experience. He tried to make his time in the hospital enjoyable, not causing problems for his nurses and doctors. He didn’t tell many people about his […]
Teen Cancer America (130 films)
Eight Young People are Diagnosed with Cancer Every Hour in the USA
Since our launch in 2012, we have made large strides thanks to your support and we are only getting started…
Teen Cancer America partners with hospitals throughout the United States to develop specialised facilities and services for teens and young adults with cancer. We build teen friendly environments, enhancing the hospital experience. We develop standards for age-targeted care, improve collaboration between paediatric and adult specialists and enable dedicated research to improve outcomes and survival for our young people.
Marshall remembers being told that he had a 40-45% chance of his cancer returning. He realises that he spent a lot of time dwelling on negatives, but he now spends more time focusing on positive aspects of his life and […]
Marshall – Florida
Mackenzie describes how her treatment makes her feel toxic. She didn’t know anyone who she could talk to about her upcoming treatments. Mackenzie fears that her cancer will come back, and feels a lot of doubt surrounding her future.
Mackenzie – North Dakota
Lucas was diagnosed in high school, and he spent his 18th birthday in the hospital. He remembers feeling awful during his treatment. Lucas sees his cancer as a lesson, which has made him into a better person.
Lucas – Indiana
Leah recalls her diagnosis process, and how she had to travel to LA for scans. She had extensive treatment, and remembers how she lost touch with most of her friends.
Leah – Nevada
Lauren appreciates everything in her life and lives every moment as best she can. She doesn’t necessarily want to forget her experience. She thought she had cancer before her doctors told her, by looking on the internet. Her friends were […]
Lauren – Connecticut
Larry was diagnosed at 23, although his cancer is usually classed as a childhood disease. He was used to moving around a lot, and after his treatment he found walking difficult. Larry realised he was a lot stronger than he […]
Larry Ali – Cleveland
Kevon’s mother talks through his journey through his treatment in the paediatric unit in the hospital. Many of the other people receiving treatment were much older than him. Kevon is making good progress in his walking and movement at home.
Kevon Kaylor – Nebraska
Keaton got a job at Disneyland when he was diagnosed. He felt awful during his treatment, and was very scared during this. He enjoyed visiting Disneyland on days he was stressed, and he now sees his beating cancer as his […]
Keaton – California
Katherine remembers people not being as involved with her after she left the hospital the first time. She felt isolated from her friends, who were able to be social and go out more often. Katherine attends a post-treatment group where […]
Katherine – New Hampshire
Kate was a cheerleader before she was diagnosed. She remembers exactly what she wore on the day of her diagnosis. She believes that her positive mental state played a huge role in her overcoming her cancer. Kate is happy that […]
Kate
Karly had to move closer to the hospital after her diagnosis. She struggled with being separated from her friends and watching them have fun without her. Karly felt like people her age did not understand what she was feeling.