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Young Cancer Survivors Face Early Aging, Dementia Risks

New research finds signs of faster biological aging and cognitive decline in teens and young adults who survive cancer.

Cell-free DNA offers early warning for bloodstream infections in kids with leukemia

Researchers show microbial cell-free DNA sequencing can predict infections in children with leukemia days before they are diagnosed.

St. Jude CEO James Downing to Step Down After 12 Years

Downing will transition to faculty role after leading major expansion and growth at the renowned children's hospital.

February Marks National Cancer Prevention Month

Health experts emphasize the importance of understanding personal risk factors.

Study Links Hearing Loss to Cognitive Decline in Children After Cancer Treatment

Research from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital finds radiation therapy for brain tumors increases risk of hearing loss and associated cognitive impacts.

Tennessee High School Basketball Player Dies After Cancer Battle

Jayden Bailey, 17, inspired his community during his fight against osteosarcoma

Tennessee High School Student-Athlete Dies After Bone Cancer Battle

Jayden Bailey, a beloved Lebanon High School student, passed away after a years-long fight with osteosarcoma.

St. Jude Encourages Sadaqah Donations During Ramadan to Support Pediatric Cancer Care

The hospital is using the Islamic tradition of charitable giving to provide treatment and hope to families in need.

Lebanon Junior Basketball Player Jayden Bailey Dies at 17

The Lebanon community mourns the loss of a young athlete who inspired with his perseverance through a rare cancer diagnosis.

St. Jude to Build $810M Research Tower in Memphis

New 17-story facility will expand hospital's capacity for life-saving research.

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Johnson City Medical Center Performs New Brain Surgery

The hospital completed its first awake brain tumor resection in December.

Breast Cancer Survivor Celebrates 9 Years After Diagnosis

Te Ray Parks didn't let a breast cancer diagnosis stop her life, instead powering through with support from loved ones.