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Preserving Fertility after a Cancer Diagnosis

References 


1. Adolescents and Young Adults (AYAs) with Cancer – NCI. https://www.cancer.gov/types/aya (2015). 

2. Bewtra, C., Acharya, N., Bewtra, C. & Acharya, N. Preservation of Fertility in Cancer Patients: A Narrative Review. Cureus 15, (2023). 

3. Su, H. I. et al. Fertility Preservation in People With Cancer: ASCO Guideline Update. JCO 43, 1488–1515 (2025). 

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Julie is a Science Communications Specialist at Private Health Management, where she collaborates with the Research and Clinical teams to translate complex scientific concepts into clear, accessible information for clients and their families. Her work helps bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and personalized patient care. A scientific and medical writer by training, Julie has developed content for both clinical and patient audiences across a range of therapeutic areas, including oncology, hematology, dermatology, and women’s health. Before joining PHM, she served as a Senior Medical Writer, where she created clinical manuscripts, abstracts, congress materials, and educational resources for pharmaceutical clients. Julie earned her PhD in Cell, Molecular, and Developmental Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.