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Staying in the hospital for the first time: teenagers
When it comes to hospital and treatment centres, teenagers can be sent to either a children’s hospital or an adult facility.
When it comes to hospital and treatment centres, teenagers can be sent to either a children’s hospital or an adult facility. Where you live and what kind of cancer you have can dictate what kind of hospital you go to. Not all hospitals offer cancer treatment, so you may have to travel, especially if you live in a regional or rural area. Some hospitals have dedicated units or wards especially for teenagers and young adults with cancer, staffed by specialist medical teams.
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