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ABCs of Cancer differs from other cancer books for teenagers and young adults-rather than helping you deal primarily with your emotions, this inspiring book shows you how to be proactive in helping your parent or loved one become a cancer survivor. When the word "cancer" first comes into their lives, 17-year-old Katherine is one week away from high school graduation, while her sister Jacqueline is only 14. But upon learning of their mother's diagnosis of stage 3 esophageal cancer, a rare cancer with a poor prognosis, the sisters immediately adopted a "we can do this" attitude that played a crucial role in enabling their mother to become cancer-free in only four months. In a cheerful, conversational manner, these sisters share personal stories, fun photos, and an alphabetized list of 127 tips, tidbits, and words of encouragement to help you and your family make it through your cancer journey. You'll learn about chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery-along with complementary treatments for emotional, mental, and physical health such as yoga, diet, and colorful hospital gowns. ABCs of Cancer also provides advice for dealing with the practical aspects of money, legal issues, and insurance-and, most importantly, staying focused on moving forward. EDITORIAL REVIEW - KIRKUS REVIEW Two sisters share helpful tips for dealing with a parent's cancer diagnosis in this debut how-to guide for teens. In 2013, the Carr sisters had a comfortable life in California. Katherine was a high school senior about to attend Stanford University, and Jacqueline, 14, was a member of the swim team. But when their single mother was diagnosed with esophageal cancer, the family didn't hesitate in preparing for it. Together, they researched the disease and worked with doctors and insurance companies to find the best treatment plan. They investigated complementary treatments and adapted to a primarily vegan lifestyle that reduced the amo