RSS Channels IndexSt. Jude Scientist Named Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator
Michael Dyer, Ph.D., a scientist at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, has been selected as a Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) investigator.
5/9/2013 10:00 AM EDT
Gene Sequencing Project Finds New Mutations to Blame for a Majority of Brain Tumor Subtype
The St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – Washington University Pediatric Cancer Genome Project advances understanding of genetic defects underlying childhood low-grade gliomas and identifies promising new drug therapies.
4/12/2013 2:00 PM EDT
Cancer Drug Shortages Mean Higher Costs and Greater Risk for Patients
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital plays key role in research showing that drug shortages erode the quality and increase the cost of cancer care; experts warn that shortages persist despite efforts to fix the problem.
3/21/2013 11:00 AM EDT
Inherited Genetic Variations Have a Major Impact on Childhood Leukemia Risk
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital-led study links inherited variations in a few genes to a substantially increased risk of acute lymphoblastic leukemia and helps to explain ethnic differences in the cancer’s incidence.
3/14/2013 8:00 AM EDT
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Announces Issuance of U.S. Patent for Genetically Modified Human Immune Cells for Cancer Therapy
The United States Patent and Trademark Office today awarded St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital U.S. patent number 8,399,645 for St. Jude’s invention of compositions for genetically modifying human immune cells so they can destroy some of the...
3/19/2013 11:00 AM EDT
Innovative Respite Care Program Gives Parents Outlet During Child’s Cancer Treatment
The Helping Hands initiative at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital provides breaks to caregivers, underscoring the hospital’s commitment to family-centered care and serves as model program to other institutions.
3/13/2013 10:00 AM EDT
Two New Genes Linked to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Related Disorders
A study led by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has discovered mutations in two genes that lead to the death of nerve cells in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, and related degenerative diseases.
3/1/2013 11:25 AM EST
Rise in Drug Costs to Hospitals, Clinics Slowing in 2013
Even though costs for medications will continue to rise in 2013 by as much as 4 percent, the increase is projected to be less than in previous years, according to a report in the advance online publication of the American Journal of Health-System...
2/15/2013 1:20 PM EST
St. Jude Experts Available to Discuss H7N9 Avian Influenza
4/25/2013 2:15 PM EDT
National Genomics Expert Available to Comment on Gene Sequencing Projects
4/16/2013 10:00 AM EDT
HIV/AIDS Expert Available From St. Jude to Provide External Comments on First Cure of HIV in a Child
3/5/2013 8:00 AM EST
National Genomics Expert Available to Comment on State of Union Call for Genomic Investment and Innovation
2/13/2013 12:50 PM EST
Keeping Family at the Center of a Child’s Treatment Can Improve the Hospital Experience
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital’s approach to care gives families and children an active role in decision-making, while enhancing communication throughout treatment.
10/8/2010 1:00 PM EDT
Legacy Beads Program Gives Pediatric Patients a Way to Cope with Treatment
Through the Legacy Beads Program at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, patients collect colorful, glass beads that represent their experiences during treatment for cancer or other catastrophic childhood illnesses.
9/24/2010 1:00 PM EDT
Nutrition Therapy Plays a Role in Childhood Cancer Care
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital dietitians help children with cancer maintain proper nutrition during treatment.
8/27/2010 1:00 PM EDT
Hospital School Program Helps Demystify Cancer for Classmates of Young Patients
In an elementary school classroom, students are seated on the floor in a circle to create a cozy atmosphere that encourages sharing and talking openly. One of the students has important information to share with his classmates. With the help of St....
7/23/2010 1:00 PM EDT