Patients and Families Category

Patients and Families

This website provides you with reliable information to guide you throughout all phases of the childhood cancer experience.Whether you are learning about a new diagnosis, currently receiving treatment, or in follow-up care, you can learn more by clicking on the links below.

Medical Information

Information about childhood cancer treatment and follow-up

Coping with Cancer

Information about family and community support

Research

Information about clinical trials for young people with cancer

COG Family Handbook

Download a copy of the COG Family Handbook

The information and content provided on this website is made available for informational purposes only for children and their families affected by cancer. While the Children's Oncology Group strives to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the information may be out of date or incomplete in certain respects. Please do not rely on this information and seek the care of a qualified medical professional if you have questions regarding a specific medical condition, disease, diagnosis or symptom. The information and content presented herein is not intended to replace the independent clinical judgement, medical advice, screening, health counseling, or other intervention performed by your (or your child's) health care provider. Please contact "911" or your emergency services if this is a health emergency. No endorsement of any specific tests, products, or procedures is made herein.