Canteen understands that cancer affects everything, from how you feel and think, to your relationships and things like education, work, and finances. But what is cancer, and the different types?

Cancer is a disease of the body's cells. Normally cells grow and multiply in a controlled way, however, sometimes cells become abnormal and keep growing. Abnormal cells can form a mass called a tumour. 

We've put together some easy to read guides on different cancer types that may affect rangatahi or a member of their whānau.

• Bladder cancer
• Blood cancer
• Bone and soft tissue cancer
• Brain and spinal cord cancer
• Breast cancer
• Female reproductive system cancer
• Gastrointestinal cancers
• Head and neck cancer
• Kidney cancer
• Lung cancer
• Male reproductive system cancer
• Skin cancer