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Chinese scientists created a simple add-on that makes failing cancer treatments work again, without expensive genetic engineering. Patients who relapsed after CAR T therapy could now get a second chance at survival.
A leukemia survivor and a researcher who beat cancer are driving groundbreaking pediatric cancer research at Purdue University, inspired by beloved student Tyler Trent. Their work focuses on making treatments safer and more effective for kids fighting cancer.
A breakthrough combination therapy is giving aggressive leukemia patients new hope, nearly doubling remission rates and opening the door to life-saving transplants. The treatment developed in Germany could soon become the new standard of care.
When Britt Mayo was diagnosed with leukemia in 2010, one conversation about his life priorities helped him avoid chemotherapy and qualify for a trial that led to remission. Now he's helping other patients learn they have choices in their cancer care.
William Goff survived leukemia as a baby, but chemotherapy damaged his heart. Two years ago, he received a life-saving transplant and now plays baseball again.
A woman who planned her funeral at age 6 while fighting leukemia now helps other children navigate cancer through books she wishes she'd had. The Luna Peak Foundation has donated over 4,000 books to families and hospitals since 2020.
Patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia now have a new treatment option that doesn't require chemotherapy and allows time off from treatment. The FDA approved the first all-oral, fixed-duration therapy for this common adult leukemia.
Daisy Myer celebrated her 16th birthday cancer-free, three years after a leukemia diagnosis that came just days after turning 13. The Pennsylvania teen's recovery completed a remarkable circle: her dad danced at Penn State THON in 2001 to raise money for kids with cancer, never knowing his own daughter would one day benefit from the same program.
A groundbreaking blood test can predict which leukemia patients are most likely to relapse after bone marrow transplants, helping doctors personalize treatment. The discovery could transform care for thousands battling this aggressive blood cancer.
Researchers at the University of Oslo have found a way to halt cancer stem cells in acute myeloid leukemia by targeting a molecule previously thought to worsen the disease. The breakthrough could lead to personalized treatments that stop cancer before it spreads.
Scientists in China have discovered how to turn a single stem cell into 14 million powerful cancer fighters, potentially making lifesaving treatment available to thousands more patients. The breakthrough slashes costs and could transform how we treat leukemia and other cancers.
Researchers at Monash University have found a way to permanently silence cancer-causing genes in aggressive leukemias, potentially allowing shorter treatment courses with fewer side effects. The discovery targets the cellular "memory" that keeps cancer genes switched on.
Researchers developed a breakthrough method to systematically create molecular glues that destroy disease-causing proteins, transforming leukemia treatment and opening doors to tackle previously untreatable diseases. What was once a game of chance is now a precise science.
After 40 years studying a dangerous bacteria, researchers discovered how to transform it into a powerful immune booster that helps the body destroy cancer cells. The therapy could soon help children with leukemia survive bone marrow transplants.
Professional triathlete Siri Lindley was given just a 5% chance of surviving acute myeloid leukemia six years ago. Today, she's in remission and channeling her second chance at life into rescuing horses and helping others celebrate every precious moment.
Professional triathlete Siri Lindley beat acute myeloid leukemia against 5% survival odds and now hosts an annual 5K that celebrates life while funding her Santa Ynez horse rescue. The Celebrate Life Run on Feb. 21 invites participants to honor their own lives, loved ones, or those fighting illness.
After beating leukemia with three years of chemotherapy, 16-year-old James Walter from Apex is heading to Super Bowl LX in California. Make-A-Wish and Fanatics are making his dream come true, sending him and his family to watch the big game this Sunday.
Gemma Moschetto walked into her oncologist's office wearing pigtails and a rainbow shirt, joking with the team that helped save her life. Her story shows how far cancer treatment has come: over 80% of children now survive.
Liam Sanborn, who beat leukemia four times before his 12th birthday, will lead Wisconsin's Big Climb fundraiser for blood cancer research. The warrior whose name means strength is turning his toughest moments into hope for others.
Scientists discovered how to permanently switch off cancer-causing genes, potentially shortening treatment and reducing harsh side effects. The breakthrough targets aggressive leukemia and enters clinical trials this year.
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