Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Awareness Month

Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Awareness month (TYACAM) returns for its third year this April.

Every year in the UK, between 400 and 500 young people aged 15 to 24 are diagnosed with lymphoma. Many people have never heard of it before their diagnosis. 

Lymphoma Action is joining 18 other charities to support this campaign this year, to spread awareness of the unique needs and experiences of this age group.

The theme for this year is ‘innovation’, focusing on new and inventive work specifically designed to support teenagers and young people from the point of diagnosis, through treatment and beyond. 

We host a monthly Young Adults Support Meeting which is open to people aged 18-35 who have a diagnosis of lymphoma themselves or are carers. At these meetings you can connect with others who have similar experiences, feelings, and particular concerns to people in this age group.

We have health information for young people (up to 24) in our Lymphoma in children and young people section, including about lymphoma in young people and practicalities for them.

Our personal stories from young people affected by lymphoma are a great resource, giving insights into some of the challenges faced – for example, in relation to fertility, studies and relationships.

The Young person’s guide to lymphoma book is free to order a printed copy of or to download a digital copy. The book offers information about lymphoma and its treatment in young people, as well as some tips to help you live well, with and beyond lymphoma.

You can also contact our Helpline services for support by phone, Live Chat or email.