Disease Awareness and Prevention Resources

CANCER RESOURCES

Mesothelioma Hope – Talking to Children About Cancer provides guidance for parents, caregivers, and families on how to talk with children about a loved one’s cancer diagnosis. The resource offers age-appropriate communication guidance to help families navigate difficult conversations, answer children’s questions, and provide reassurance and support during a challenging time. Talking to Children About Cancer – Mesothelioma Hope

Susan G. Komen – Breast Cancer Foundation provides breast cancer education, awareness resources, research information, screening guidance, and support services for individuals affected by breast cancer. Breast Cancer Foundation | Susan G. Komen

ANEMIA AND HEMATOLOGIC DISORDERS RESOURCES

Iron-Deficiency Anemia (IDA) NHLBI – Your Guide to Anemia — explains causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, including iron-deficiency anemia. NHLBI: Your Guide to Anemia

CDC – Sickle Cell Disease — information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, complications, screening, and resources for people living with SCD.
CDC: Sickle Cell Disease

American Society of Hematology – Blood Disorders — information on conditions including anemia, bleeding disorders, blood cancers, and sickle cell disease.
American Society of Hematology: Blood Disorders

ASTHMA AND LUNG DISEASE RESOURCES

American Lung Association – Teens & Asthma — Specifically addresses challenges teens may encounter, including sports, medication, asthma attacks at school or around friends, and smoking/vaping exposure. American Lung Association: Teens and Asthma

Wisconsin Department of Health Services – Asthma — Wisconsin-specific information on asthma management, triggers, school resources, the Asthma-Safe Homes Program, and community support. Wisconsin DHS Asthma Resources

Disease Awareness and Prevention Resources