SURVIVOR ALERT is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to raise awareness of young adult cancer survivorship issues, especially the risk of late side effects and the need for ongoing follow-up care. The initiative's goals are to encourage young adult survivors (YAS) to learn about their risks and have lifelong follow up.

SURVIVOR ALERT began as an outreach effort of A Lion in the House, a documentary on childhood cancer that aired on Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) stations in June 2006. This much-acclaimed series by Steve Bognar and Julia Reichert offers a groundbreaking view of the childhood cancer experience, including late effects and the critical role of lifelong follow up. A Lion in the House book and DVD can now be ordered. Educational modules will be available soon.

We encourage health professionals, survivors, advocates and others interested in cancer survivorship to get involved with planning an awareness event for young adult cancer survivors in their communties. Events can be held in conjunction with local activities, such as the opening of a new cancer center, or with cancer observances, such as National Cancer Survivors Day or National Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week. See our comprehensive Event Toolkit and other resources at Plan An Event.

SURVIVOR ALERT is based at A Lion in the House, Yellow Springs, Ohio.