PEDIATRIC CANCER

This study tested a culturally relevant program to reduce stress and improve quality of life for Spanish-speaking Latino parents caring for a child with cancer. 33 caregivers participated, and the program focused on providing support and coping strategies. The goal was to see if …

This study tested a 5-week online program that teaches parents of children with cancer how to use structured play to support their child's emotional needs. The goal was to see if it helps parents feel more confident and positive in their parenting role. 60 parents took part, with…

This study tested a simple, drug-free method called WASPE to help children aged 0-4 years stay still during radiation therapy. Instead of using sedation, the children watched videos, played outside, stayed awake, played with toys, and ate snacks before treatment. The goal was to …

This study tested whether an 8-week virtual reality gaming program that combines exercise and mindfulness can help children with cancer be more active and feel better overall. Eleven kids participated, either starting the program right away in the hospital or waiting 8 weeks afte…

This study tested whether regularly asking children with cancer about their symptoms and linking them to specific care plans can reduce their discomfort and improve quality of life. Over 400 children aged 8-18 from 20 hospitals took part. The approach used a simple symptom checkl…

This study tested a system that plays interactive movies to help children aged 3-11 stay still during radiation therapy, reducing the need for general anesthesia. The goal was to lower the percentage of children ages 3-7 needing anesthesia from 70% to 30%. The approach aims to ea…

This study tested whether a personalized exercise program (walking and strength training) is safe and tolerable for children aged 5-17 with advanced cancer that cannot be cured. Only 4 children participated. The goal was to find the right amount of exercise that patients can hand…

This study looked at whether a mix of in-person and online physiotherapy sessions is practical for children aged 4 to 17 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Ten children and their parents tried the program, which used an online platform for exercises and education. The goal was to…

This study tested whether eHealth tools—like video calls, online monitoring, and messaging—can help families manage long-term childhood illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, and preterm birth. Researchers worked with 720 families in Sweden and Denmark to see if these digital a…

This study tested whether it's possible to collect information on how integrative therapies (like yoga, massage, or acupuncture) affect the quality of life of 100 children with cancer. The goal was not to treat the cancer itself, but to see if these therapies help with symptoms l…

This study looked at how radiation therapy for childhood brain tumors affects memory and thinking. Researchers used brain scans and memory tests in 60 children, teens, and young adults who had been treated for cancer. The goal was to learn which parts of the brain are most affect…

This study looked at whether children and teens who had a stem cell transplant for leukemia could use an iPad-based program to help their thinking and memory. Only 17 participants were enrolled, and the main goal was to see if the program was practical and if kids would stick wit…

This study looked at whether advanced genetic testing can help doctors choose the best treatments for children with brain tumors that have come back or are very high-risk. Eighty children aged 1 to 19 took part. The goal was to see if the testing could find specific DNA changes t…

This study looked at different ways to improve nutrition in children newly diagnosed with cancer. About 19 kids received either oral supplements, appetite stimulants, or feeding tubes to see which helped maintain weight and muscle. The goal is to create clear guidelines for docto…

This study aimed to learn more about how COVID-19 affects children, especially those with cancer. Researchers collected samples from 33 children to study symptoms, risk factors, and how long the virus lasts. The goal was to improve detection and treatment for kids in the future.

This study aimed to create a communication tool to help doctors and patients talk about cancer that stops responding to treatment. Researchers interviewed 128 people, including patients with certain breast cancers, metastatic uveal melanoma, and parents of children with cancer, a…