Surviving cancer as a child or teen brings lifelong needs that our healthcare and policy systems do not always meet. The 2026 survey found survivors navigating persistent fears of recurrence and late effects, gaps in long-term and adult care, financial and access barriers, and an ongoing need for better information and support. The message is clear: progress against childhood cancer must be measured not only by how many children survive but by how well survivors are able to live and thrive for decades to come.
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