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.

Straight Talk Among Young Adults With Cancer

September 17th 2010, 9:00am

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YAconnect, a new program from The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, offers young adult cancer patients and survivors ways to connect online.

Gene Linked to Heart Failure

August 31st 2010, 9:00am

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Researchers found that in some childhood cancer survivors, a late effect called cardiomyopathy, a condition where the heart cannot pump properly, was tied to a specific gene and drug dose.

More Therapies Needed for Childhood Cancers

June 14th 2010, 9:00am

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A report, published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, looks at the outcomes in children and adolescents with cancer, hoping to provide insights that will guide future research.

Other Leukemias

June 6th 2010, 9:00am

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Leukemia is more than just one disease.

Camp Friendship

March 15th 2010, 9:00am

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Camp Friendship offers a week-long residential camp free of charge for kids with cancer.

Teens Helping Teens

March 2nd 2010, 11:00am

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The Childhood Cancer Foundation in Canada recognized the unique needs of teens with cancer and created Teen Connector, a Facebook-style website.

What's New with Stem Cell Transplants?

October 26th 2009, 9:00am

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Advances in stem cell transplantation leads to a changing landscape in treating blood cancers, such as lymphoma, leukemia, and multiple myeloma.

Kids Kick Cancer With Martial Arts and Karate Program

September 16th 2009, 9:00am

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Kids with cancer, their siblings, and parents learn relaxation, meditation, and breathing techniques.

Web Exclusive: Helpful Advice

June 25th 2009, 9:54pm

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Parents can help ease the transition from school to clinic and back again.

Web Exclusive: Developing a Strategy

June 25th 2009, 7:30pm

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There are several organizations and institutions that have prepared school-related documents and checklists for parents of childhood cancer patients.