Explore, Learn, and Find Support
Mia’s adventures are a starting point for discovering the world inside us. These resources offer ways to keep learning, explore laboratory careers, and find information for patients and families.
For Educators and Curious Students
Learning with Mia
We are developing companion lessons that connect Mia’s stories with STEM education, blood cells, and medical laboratory careers. Links to completed lessons and activities will appear here as they become available.
Interested in bringing Mia into your classroom or library? Contact us.
Discover Laboratory Careers
Who examines blood cells, studies tissue, and helps uncover the answers behind a diagnosis? Explore the work of pathologists and medical laboratory professionals, including education and career pathways.
Explore ASCP’s Laboratory Career Resources
Bring Laboratory Science to Students
Explore ASCP’s laboratory workforce initiatives and outreach resources to help introduce students to the people and professions behind laboratory medicine.
Explore Laboratory Outreach Resources
For Families
Understanding Childhood Cancer
The National Cancer Institute’s guide for parents introduces childhood cancer, treatment, and the practical questions families may face while caring for a child.
Read Children with Cancer: A Guide for Parents
Supporting the Whole Family
A childhood cancer diagnosis affects parents, siblings, and others close to the child. Find information about talking with children and supporting family members through the changes that follow.
For Patients and Caregivers
Understanding Your Pathology Report
MyPathologyReport is a free educational resource created by pathologists to help patients and families understand pathology reports and laboratory terminology.
Share a Resource or Ask a Question
Are you using Mia in an educational or community setting? Have a resource you think would help other readers? We would love to hear from you.
These external resources are provided for education and support. They do not replace advice from your healthcare team. Links do not imply endorsement of Mia by the organizations listed.