Assorted News from the Last Week:
This edition of the CAC2 blog post addresses how childhood cancer affects the academic success of school-aged siblings.
Sleep ALL night program helps children with leukemia sleep better during treatment.
Discovery of new genetic link to osteosarcoma opens ‘window of opportunity’.
Study finds evidence for repurposing thiostrepton as an anti-rhabdomyosarcoma drug.
Finding the balance between efficacy and toxicity in pediatric cancer treatment.
Upcoming Webinars, Online Opportunities, and Meetings:
The Science of Childhood Cancer is an interactive, weekly lecture series designed to engage the scientific community on key questions in pediatric cancer research. The Fall 2025 lecture season will run August 14 through November 20. Click here for more information and to register.
Action Days 2026 will be held in Washington, D.C. from February 24-25, 2026. Registration is open! Action Days registration will close on Friday, January 30, or when we reach 225 participants. Click here for more information and to register.
Past Recordings:
CAC2 member Mark Levine hosts a podcast called, “Help and Hope Happen Here” (available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts). Access recent podcasts with CAC2 Members (and visit Help and Hope Happen Here for interviews with other CAC2 members and thought leaders from around the community):
- Mariah Forster Olson (Neuroblastoma Children’s Cancer Society)
- Kerri Steele (Little Hearts of Hope)
Take Action
United Therapeutics is launching the Braving Neuroblastoma Ambassador Program. It’s designed for patients and caregivers who want to share their neuroblastoma experience in ways that feel authentic and impactful—whether that’s speaking at events, helping shape educational resources, or simply offering support to others who are just beginning their journey.
If you’d like to share your experience to help others on their journey, email Connect@BravingNB.com.
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