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  • Specialist Support Available For Schools To Help A Student With Cancer

    A list of some of the options that may be available to help you plan for and teach your student who has cancer.
  • Penicillin V For Pneumococcal Infection

    Information about the use of penicillin V for prevention of pneumococcal infection.
  • Penicillin V For Bacterial Infections

    Information for parents and carers about the use of about the use of penicillin V for bacterial infections.
  • Multivitamin Preparations For Vitamin Deficiency

    Information for parents and caregivers about the use of multivitamin preparations for vitamin deficiency.
  • Letter To Inform School About Your Child's Cancer Diagnosis

    A letter that you can use to let your child's school know about their cancer diagnosis.
  • Education During Your Child's Cancer Treatment

    Once you have a clear idea of what your child's cancer treatment will involve, it is a good idea to chat with your child's school about what schoolwork may be appropriate.
  • Medicines To Help With Pain During Tests & Procedures

    There are many different types of medicines to help reduce your child's pain and anxiety during tests and procedures for cancer. 
  • Tests & Procedures - Reducing Anxiety & Distress

    There are many ways to help reduce your child's anxiety and distress during tests and procedures for cancer.
  • When Your Student's Cancer Cannot Be Cured

    Often simple measures can help your student who has cancer get the most from their remaining life.
  • Missing School When Your Student Has Cancer

    There are many reasons why a student with cancer may need to miss school.
  • Brothers & Sisters Of A Student Who Has Cancer

    Brothers and sisters of cancer patients may experience feelings of guilt, rejection, fear, depression, or anxiety.
  • Preparing Your Child To Return To School Or Early Learning

    It is understandable to feel anxious about your child returning to school or early learning after cancer treatment. However, most parents find that the return to their education setting goes a lot more smoothly than expected.
  • Common Questions Kids Ask About Cancer

    Children often have many questions about cancer. Here are some answers to commonly asked questions.
  • Supporting Your Student During Cancer Treatment

    Once your student and their family have a clear idea of what their cancer treatment will involve, it is a good idea for you or someone else at your school to talk with their parents about what schoolwork may be appropriate.
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