Childhood Cancers | Tumor

CURE’s childhood cancers page is a go-to resource for oncology news and updates in the world of childhood cancers Here, readers will find cancer articles, videos, podcasts, and more with expert insight into the latest treatments and research in childhood cancers.

Words of Wisdom from a 7-Year-Old Cancer Survivor

September 27th 2018, 5:00pm

Podcast

Micah Bernstein is only 7 years old and has already fought cancer three times. Now, she hopes to be an inspiration to other children.

Radiation Treatment May Impair Recent Memory in Pediatric Patients With Brain Tumors

September 24th 2018, 6:56pm

Article

“Key brain regions that we know are typically involved in autobiographical memory formation and retrieval, especially the hippocampus, are located quite far from the primary tumor bed, and thus far from the site of focal radiation,” Sekeres, who is director of the Sekeres Memory Laboratory at Baylor University, said in an interview with CURE.

Distress Adjustment Varies Among Parents of Pediatric Patients

September 21st 2018, 11:00pm

Article

While a pediatric cancer diagnosis can obviously impact the child experiencing the disease, psychosocial effects can differentiate how each parent is affected, too.

Granting Wishes for Pediatric Patients

September 21st 2018, 9:00pm

Video

All the wishes granted at Make-A-Wish New Jersey are special, from meet and greets with A-list celebrities, to smaller wishes that are just as meaningful.

Socioeconomic Status May Affect Racial/Ethnic Disparities Among Childhood Cancer Survivors

September 19th 2018, 10:27pm

Article

A recent study showed that socioeconomic status may explain racial and ethnic disparities found among childhood cancer survivors of certain cancers.

Using the BARF Scale to Measure Nausea

September 11th 2018, 9:41pm

Video

One oncology nurse developed the BARF scale so her young patients could better communicate how they were feeling.

Whimsical Wigs Bring Smiles to Children Undergoing Treatment

September 9th 2018, 10:40pm

Article

The wigs resemble the hair of Disney princesses, and though most are designed for girls ages 2 to 10, there are a few styles for boys.

Yoga and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

September 8th 2018, 9:06pm

Article

My hope is that more parents and caregivers find the benefits that yoga can offer for children with cancer.

Larotrectinib May Offer a New Way to Treat Children With Rare Cancers

July 27th 2018, 5:00pm

Article

Early study results show response to therapy in more than 90 percent of patients.

Childhood Cancer Survivors Lack Concern for Future Health Risks

July 19th 2018, 8:32pm

Article

“The lack of concern is significant because some survivors may not engage in risk-reduction activities, such as recommended screening tests and healthy behaviors,” Todd Gibson, Ph.D.