Why some “lower-risk” childhood cancers turn deadly
Friday, October 30, 2026Want headlines delivered to your inbox?
Subscribe to our free daily newsletter.
Scientists have uncovered hidden aggressive cancer cells in children whose tumors were previously considered lower risk, revealing why some cases of rhabdomyosarcoma become unexpectedly deadly. The discovery could help doctors identify dangerous tumors earlier and develop personalized treatments that improve survival while reducing unnecessary chemotherapy. (via Science Daily)
Read the Full StoryThis article will expire in 27 days.
In the News...
View All Recent News
- Scientists discover a surprising brain benefit of eating peanuts every day
- Scientists use sound waves to deliver a new attack on deadly brain cancer
- Common pesticide linked to 2.5 times the risk of Parkinson’s disease
- Drinking tea may help protect your heart, but there’s a surprising catch
- Scientists discover a hidden driver of high cholesterol and a way to stop it
- A surprising vitamin A discovery is changing what scientists know about vision
- Scientists discover a bacterial defense so strange they thought it was broken
- A simple blood test could reveal Alzheimer’s risk 10 years before symptoms
- Scientists finally discover how a common gut bacterium can trigger colon cancer
- Scientists discover why chronic back pain feels so personal
- Why some “lower-risk” childhood cancers turn deadly
- Type 2 diabetes breakthrough as 54% achieve remission in just 6 months
- A single brain signal may explain schizophrenia's most puzzling symptoms
- Scientists discover that cranberry juice may help fight tooth decay
- Less than 42 minutes of bright daylight linked to higher dementia risk
- Six popular sugar substitutes linked to faster brain aging
- Your blood pressure could be dangerous even when your numbers look normal
- NASA’s Artemis I mission reveals surprising radiation levels near the Moon
- Scientists discover a hidden reason why muscles weaken with age
- A single sauna session sends immune cells surging through your body