- A new study says cancer survivors age faster.
- The study looks at young people.
- Scientists see changes in cells.
- They also see changes in the brain.
- Those changes affect memory and attention.
- Everyday tasks can become harder for survivors.
- Many survivors finished treatment long ago.
- Researchers test healthy habits to help them.
Difficult words
- survivor — a person who lives after an illnesssurvivors
- scientist — a person who studies the natural worldScientists
- cell — the small unit that makes up living thingscells
- brain — the organ in the head for thinking
- memory — the ability to keep and use past information
- treatment — medical care to help a sick person
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Discussion questions
- Do you have a healthy habit? Which one?
- What everyday task is easy for you?
- Is it easy for you to pay attention?
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