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.

Hodgkin lymphoma has become an incredibly treatable cancer, with most patients today going on to become long-term survivors. But this research is an important reminder that being cured does not always mean the health effects of Hodgkin lymphoma end when treatment does.

Many long-term survivors were diagnosed before genetic testing was commonly offered, but that does not mean it is too late to benefit from it. This article highlights a study showing that some survivors may still carry inherited variants that could affect their future screening, follow-up care, and even family members’ health decisions. It is an encouraging reminder that new information can still make a meaningful difference, even years after treatment.

For many survivors who need a valve replacement, one of the biggest questions is how long the new valve will last. This recent HeartValveSurgery.com update shares encouraging 10-year results from the COMMENCE trial, suggesting strong durability for the INSPIRIS RESILIA tissue valve and low rates of repeat surgery. It is hopeful news for survivors looking for reassurance about long-term outcomes.

New research out of Weill Cornell Medicine reveals an updated understanding of how Hodgkin lymphoma cells originate and evade immune detection. These findings could result in new diagnostic markers that will help differentiate between Hodgkin lymphoma and other cancers with similar symptoms.

The Long-Term Follow-Up (LTFU) Study has resulted in more than 300 publications in scientific journals since it was launched in 1994. Some of these articles are summarized here.

Cancer Today featured a strong review of the growing evidence that exercise can help ease fatigue, improve strength and physical function, and support mental health and quality of life during cancer treatment. For survivors who feel overwhelmed by fatigue or deconditioning, it is encouraging to see that even small amounts of movement can help.

American Cancer Society released their annual report on cancer facts and trends. The report reveals a milestone 70% 5-year survival rate for all cancers combined for those diagnosed between 2015-2021 in the United States, due to cancer research and treatment advancements. The report acknowledges that with increasing survival rates, there must be more emphasis on survivorship challenges.