Vaping and Cancer
When cancer patients or survivors vape, it can create a “double whammy” kind of situation. Survivors may be more vulnerable to health problems because of
Mariah Forster Olson
May 9, 2025
When cancer patients or survivors vape, it can create a “double whammy” kind of situation. Survivors may be more vulnerable to health problems because of
A significant portion of childhood cancer survivors smoke cigarettes, which can only add to health risks. Smoking causes cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung disease, and
Many survivors and their families identify positives from their cancer experiences. They often have a deeper appreciation of life and its possibilities, more meaningful relationships,
Connecting with other parents of children with cancer can be one of the best ways to deal with the emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges that
Statistically, adult survivors have poor adherence to dietary guidelines. Low nutritional intakes of whole grains and high intakes of sodium and empty calories particularly burden
Some cancer patients experience changes in cognitive function during cancer treatment. Patients and families may notice changes in thinking, attention, or memory. Cancer patients often
Cognitive effects can result from childhood cancer treatment. Risk factors include the use of radiation, types of chemotherapy used during treatment, the age of the
Some childhood cancer treatments and stem cell transplants can cause kidney problems later in life. These problems are called late effects. The kidneys remove waste
If cancer recurs, parents, patients (when old enough), and the care team must decide about the following treatment course. Families must deal with the emotions
Some childhood and AYA cancer survivors have a higher risk of developing breast cancer. This resource examines various risk factors and breast cancer screening guidelines.
