August - 2019

Aug 26, 2019

Childhood cancer survivors at elevated risk of heart disease

"Survivors of childhood cancer have a higher risk of developing a range of heart disease due to cancer therapy, according to new research published in the American Heart Association's journal Circulation." Read more: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2019-08-childhood-cancer-survivors-elevated-heart.html

Aug 23, 2019

Childhood cancer survivors require lifelong vigilance for late endocrinopathies

An estimated 40% to 50% of childhood cancer survivors will experience an endocrine disorder in their lifetime. The risk varies according to cancer treatment and can persist for decades after diagnosis. Read more: https://www.healio.com/endocrinology/diabetes/news/print/endocrine-today/%7B89d90314-5ca7-4518-ae29-ac21b96448bc%7D/childhood-cancer-survivors-require-lifelong-vigilance-for-late-endocrinopathies

Aug 9, 2019

New discovery could help doctors identify children at risk for Wilms’ tumor relapse

"Today, researchers from MSK Kids at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) published results that examine elevated levels of a protein called prohibitin in the urine and tumors of children with Wilms' tumors. Their findings could help doctors identify children who are at risk for disease recurrence and precisely tailor treatment to overcome drug resistance." Read more here: https://www.news-medical.net/news/20190809/New-discovery-could-help-doctors-identify-children-at

Aug 9, 2019

Single-cell sequencing reveals glioblastoma's shape-shifting nature

"Filbin co-led a study, published online last week in Cell, that made some surprising discoveries about this poorly understood tumor. Regardless of what genetic mutation causes glioblastoma, it can readily shift among four distinct cell types, each of which may need to be targeted separately." Read more here: https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2019-08/bch-ssr080819.php

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Scientists identify potential drug candidates for deadly pediatric leukemia

Australian researchers find new way to target deadly childhood cancer

Unusual treatment shows promise for kids with brain tumors

Experts urge to remove care inequalities for adolescents and young adults (AYA) with cancer

Wearable Fitness Trackers May Improve Health in Childhood Cancer Survivors

Routine Pain Screenings Important for Childhood Cancer Survivors

Low-calorie diet and mild exercise improve survival for young people with leukemia

Study: Stem Cell Transplants Prevent Relapses of Most Common Childhood Cancer

Protein Target for Neuroblastoma

Pediatric cancers have unique genetic vulnerabilities

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