A Practical Guide for Your Future, 4th ed.

By Lisa Bashore, PhD, APRN, and Joanne Quillen, MSN, APRN
Copyright 2026

There are estimated to be millions of childhood cancer survivors in the world, and this number is expected to continue to increase as survival rates improve. The surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, and stem cell transplants used to cure children with cancer can affect growing bodies and developing minds. If survivors know about these potential problems, they can take steps to identify, cope with, and/or treat them early if they do develop. The 4th edition of Childhood Cancer Survivors weaves personal experiences from survivors and caregivers with updated information about:

• Late side effects of treatment 
• Emotional aspects of surviving cancer 
• Guidance for follow-up care 
• Challenges with the healthcare system 
• Lifestyle choices to maximize healing

We believe this book is a helpful resource for survivors as they continue to navigate life after a childhood cancer diagnosis.