📰 Cancer in the News
From historic donations to new clinical trials, these headlines reflect the momentum behind pediatric cancer research. Each story carries a ripple—through hospital rooms, family kitchens, and quiet moments of waiting. Here’s what’s making waves.
- 🧸 Crochet monkeys educate and comfort children at CHEO
Medical students at the University of Ottawa are crocheting “Medical Monkeys” with custom prosthetics to help kids understand their procedures. Each monkey reflects a child’s experience—offering comfort, representation, and a gentle way to prepare for care. - 🦴 Teen bone cancer survivor credits Terry Fox research
A young Canadian shares how osteosarcoma research funded by the Terry Fox Foundation helped save her life. - 🌱 Terry Fox-funded research offers new hope for osteosarcoma patients
A new wave of studies supported by the Terry Fox Foundation is reshaping the future of bone cancer care. - 🧪 Epigenetic breakthroughs in osteosarcoma research – McGill University Health Centre
Researchers uncover new epigenetic markers that could lead to more targeted treatments for osteosarcoma. - 🔬 Canadian Cancer Society: Latest research updates
Highlights from ongoing studies focused on early detection and treatment innovation. - 🧬 OHSU Knight Cancer Institute receives $2B donation
A historic gift from Phil and Penny Knight aims to transform cancer care and accelerate research breakthroughs. - 🧠 FDA approves first drug for DMG (H3 K27M)
Dordaviprone becomes the first approved treatment for this aggressive pediatric brain cancer, offering new hope to families. - 📰 New osteosarcoma trial launches in UK
A promising new trial aims to test targeted therapies for osteosarcoma patients. - 📊 NCI: Childhood cancer stats and breakthroughs
A look at the numbers behind the fight—and the progress being made.
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