What Types of Cancer Are Becoming More Common in Teens?

Join us in this insightful episode of Pediatrics Now, where we discuss the journey of pediatric cancer survivors with Dr. Shafqat Shah from the University of Texas Health Science Center and University Hospital. Dr. Shah, with over 30 years of experience in pediatric oncology, shares her expertise on the long-term health challenges faced by childhood cancer survivors, including the accelerated aging process and increased risk of secondary cancers. We also delve into the importance of continuous medical support, the role of pediatricians in guiding  survivors, and the significance of vaccinations in this vulnerable group. Dr. Shah provides insight into what cancers appear to be happening more often in teenagers.