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.
August 12th 2023
Using inter-arterial chemotherapy compared to intravenous chemotherapy may significantly improve globe salvage rates in children with advanced unilateral retinoblastoma.
Addressing the Psychosocial Side of Childhood Cancer
December 8th 2017The Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation is dedicated to addressing the psychological needs of children and families with childhood cancer. It also aims to educate health care providers about potential psychosocial effects of a diagnosis.
Sprycel Approved for CML Subset
November 10th 2017Sprycel (dasatinib), an oral medication that helps reduce the production of damaged white blood cells, has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of pediatric patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia in chronic phase.
Using Playtime to Avoid Anesthesia in Children With Cancer
June 29th 2017When pediatric patients are given radiation treatment for cancer, they often get scared or nervous because they do not have an understanding of the process and the machines involved. To remedy this, anesthesia is used in many cases, though the long-term side effects are still unknown.
Despite Benefits, HPV Vaccination Rates Remain Too Low
May 18th 2017Despite impressive efficacy for the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine reducing the prevalence of high-risk oral HPV infections by 88 percent, many young adults still are not getting the vaccine – sparking concern in the health community.
Blincyto FDA Approved for Pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
September 2nd 2016The FDA has approved Blincyto (blinatumomab) for the treatment of pediatric and adolescent patients with Philadelphia chromosome-negative (Ph-) relapsed or refractory B-cell precursor acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).
With Less Intense, More Effective Treatments, Survivors of Childhood Cancers are Living Longer
June 5th 2015Better treatment and follow-up are being credited with a reduction in the likelihood that survivors of childhood cancers will later die of illnesses caused by their therapy, such as new malignancies or cardiac or lung disease.