CAC2 Childhood Cancer Community News Digest (July 31-August 6)
Assorted News from the Last Week: High-Throughput drug screening of primary tumor cells identifies therapeutic strategies for treating children with high-risk cancer. Tribute to CAC2 Member Donna “Nana” Marie Carmical’s (Journey4ACure) life was a testament to the power of love, determination, and selflessness. Her journey from a grieving grandmother to a fierce advocate for childhood cancer showcased her unyielding commitment to making the world a better place for young patients. Epigenetically guided cancer therapy: Targeting H3K27me3 loss in pediatric brain tumors The addition of blinatumomab (Blincyto) to chemotherapy did not improve overall survival (OS) and disease-free survival (DFS) over chemotherapy [...] Read more