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Mission

SeventyK’s mission is to change cancer care by educating patients, families, and their healthcare providers about age-appropriate treatment and the unique needs of the adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patient.  Unlike pediatric and older adult cancer patients, for over two decades the rate of survival for AYA cancer patients has not improved. 

Goals

  • Improve outcomes from treatment by acknowledging that cancer happens in young people and that their cancer may have unique biological differences;
  • Ensure that AYA cancer patients have their unique physical needs met, such as preserving fertility;
  • Acknowledge distinctive psychosocial needs, like dealing with cancer during college, developing and maintaining intimate relationships, and transitioning into adulthood;
  • Encourage clear communication between patient and medical provider about cancer care and long-term side effects.

Timeline

  • 2011

    SeventyK launches the first AYA wellness network - A place for healthcare professionals to share best practices and for patients to be guided from diagnosis to wellbeing.

  • Donate

    As the leading education and advocacy organization for AYA cancer patients and survivors, SeventyK provides this website as collector of ideas and information with the goal of changing cancer care. Your support furthers the mission.

  • 2010

    The campaign goes global – The International Charter of Rights for Young People with Cancer launches and nearly 10,000 signatures are collected in less than six months.

  • Survival Guide Video & eBook

    Dr. Sender hosts this comprehensive Survival Guide video & eBook designed to help transition you from diagnosis to wellbeing.

  • 2009

    The campaign continues – With over 5,000 signatures supporting the Bill of Rights, a global collaboration of partners begins creating an International Charter of Rights for Young People with Cancer.

  • Join our Wellness Network

    Become a part of the conversation. Connect with healthcare professionals and patients to share your best practices. Keep current as we change the health outcomes of AYA patients.

  • Stop A Doc

    There are five things every healthcare professional needs to know about treating AYA cancer patients. Learn them now.

  • Sign the Charter

    There are over 10,000 signatures. Add yours. By signing the Charter, you are supporting the International Charter of Rights for Young People with Cancer to be established as the standard of care for AYAs.

  • Events

    Stay in touch. This calendar contains events, conferences and seminars, as well as general information to help you keep informed.

  • Shop SeventyK

    Show your support and help get the message out about adolescent and young adult cancer.

  • 2008

    SeventyK launches - And the campaign for the Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Bill of Rights begins.