Stem Cell Transplantation

Society unveils coloring book to help children receiving stem cell transplants

Published in Stem Cell Week, August 8th, 2005

For a child with blood cancer, getting a stem cell transplant often involves long stays at the hospital, with much of the time spent in isolation.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society has produced a new coloring book designed to help children confront their fears and anxieties by presenting information about this difficult experience in a fun, child appropriate format. The coloring book offers encouragement and support during the hospital stay, while also providing entertainment.

With illustrations by Brian Yanish, the "Stem Cell Transplant Coloring Book" depicts some of the technology and procedures that the children will encounter, including mouth...

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