Tag: pediatric oncology
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Cork Family Faces Childhood Cancer, Seeks Support to Keep Fear at Bay
Facing the unknown as a family In East Cork, a mother and her three sons are learning what it takes to navigate childhood cancer together. When Beau, the youngest at four, was diagnosed with leukaemia in February 2024, the family’s world shifted. The mom explains a common fear that many parents feel when a child…
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Cuddly Teddy Visits Poole Baby as Family Faces Acute Myeloid Leukaemia Diagnosis
A Precious Beginning In the quiet town of Poole, a tiny bundle of joy found comfort in a soft, cuddly teddy during a family moment that should have felt ordinary. The toy provided a gentle distraction for a baby girl whose early weeks were filled with warmth, smiles, and the steady rhythm of a family’s…
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Working Life: Why 80% of Childhood Cancer Survivors Thrive long-term
Overview: A New Era for Childhood Cancer Childhood cancer care has evolved dramatically in recent decades. Today, around 80% of children diagnosed with cancer become long-term survivors, a statistic that reflects advances in diagnosis, treatment, and coordinated follow-up care. This progress is not just about eradicating disease; it’s about enabling children to grow, attend school,…
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Long-Term Survivors: The Rising Promise of Pediatric Cancer Care
Rising Survival Rates and What They Mean Recent advances in pediatric oncology have shifted the prognosis for many young patients from urgent treatment to long-term survivorship. Today, around 80% of children diagnosed with cancer become long-term survivors, a milestone that reflects better treatments, earlier diagnosis, and a comprehensive approach to aftercare. This positive trend, however,…