October - 2023

Cranial Radiotherapy Predisposes Pediatric Cancer Survivors to Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism and hypogonadism are likely among cranial radiotherapy-treated survivors of childhood-onset acute lymphoblastic leukemia...

Examining outcomes in children with Down syndrome and acute lymphoblastic leukemia

Children with Down syndrome have an increased risk of developing acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and experience higher rates of...

Impact of childhood and adolescence cancer on family caregivers

The physical demands of caring for children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer, over a lengthy period, exert significant strain on the...

Collaborative study identifies potential targets to treat the most common childhood liver cancer

A collaborative study, led by Cima Universidad de Navarra, has identified key epigenetic targets for its treatment. This research opens ...

FDA Expands Rozlytrek Indication to Include Some Solid Tumors in Children at Least 1 Month Old

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved an expanded indication for Rozlytrek (entrectinib) to include children older than one...

Second Dose of Palonosetron Reduces CINV in Pediatric Cancer Patients

An additional dose of palonosetron can help prevent chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) in children with cancer who are...

Supporting the Family Affected by a Pediatric Cancer Diagnosis: Siblings Matter, Too

A cancer diagnosis in a child impacts the entire family unit. Parents often have to shift their focus from after-school activities and ...

Blocking Immune Molecule Prolongs Survival in Models of the Most Aggressive Childhood Cancer

Researchers demonstrate that TIM-3 inhibition promotes immune memory in diffuse intrinsic stem glioma (DIPG). Read more:...

How do seizures affect childhood cancer survivors?

Scientists discovered suppressing seizures in adults who survived childhood cancer helps improve their brain function and quality of...

Most childhood cancer survivors face serious health problems as adults

In a sobering analysis, researchers warn that those who’ve had childhood cancer are highly likely to face physical and mental health...

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Strength in numbers: Cooperative group clinical trials move the needle against pediatric cancer

FDA Grants Orphan Drug Designation to Opaganib in Neuroblastoma

After my daughter's cancer, I wanted to control her entire life. Then she went to college.

When Childhood Cancer Survivors Face Sexual Challenges

Early interventions may improve long-term academic achievement in young childhood brain tumor survivors

Immunotherapy for children with primary liver carcinomas: Research offers new hope

Pediatric psychologist explains how to support your child's development after a cancer diagnosis

Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancer Have High Prevalence of Chronic Pain

Spontaneous Remission in Childhood Cancer Rare but Fleeting

First successful treatment of pediatric high-risk refractory neuroblastoma with PARP inhibition