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Combining Immunotherapies Effective Against Mouse Model of Cancer

Rhabdomyosarcoma, a cancer made up of cells that normally develop into skeletal muscles, is the most common soft tissue cancer in children. If it is detected early and localized in certain areas, rhabdomyosarcoma is usually curable with traditional therapies like surgery, radiation and

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Immune Profiling Leads to Implications for Immunotherapy for NF1-Associated Tumors

Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) — an autosomal dominant disorder affecting approximately one in every 3,500 people — results in dysfunctional neurofibromin, a protein expressed throughout the body and involved in the RAS signaling pathway.

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SUBWAY® to Support Nationwide Childrens Hospital During the Month of September

Nationwide Children’s Hospital and SUBWAY® restaurants announced today that during the month of September, SUBWAY® customers will have an opportunity to donate to Nationwide Children’s by giving $1 or more at checkout.

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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Host Minority Business Enterprise/Womens Business Enterprise Open House

Nationwide Childrens Hospital will host a fourth Minority Business Enterprise/Womens Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) Open House on March 19, 2009 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer: The Importance of Research to the AYA Community

The definition of the adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patient has evolved over time, but in the United States, it is defined as those diagnosed with cancer between ages 15–39 years. AYA patients are a unique population with regard to both their cancer and psychosocial needs.

Leukemia

This Helping Hand™ covers leukemia, the most common form of childhood cancer. Leukemia is a cancer of the bone marrow, which is the tissue found inside many of the bones of the body. There are two main types of childhood leukemia: acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML).

Osteosarcoma

Osteosarcoma is a cancer of the bone. It starts in immature bone cells that normally form new bone tissue.

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Music Therapy

At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Music Therapists work with patients on therapeutic goals.

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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Ranks on Parents Magazines 10 Best Childrens Hospitals List

Parents magazine announced today its exclusive list of the 10 Best Children’s Hospitals, and Nationwide Children’s Hospital ranked 9th overall on the 2013 list. The list provides a comprehensive family-focused, data-driven comparison of pediatric facilities.