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Progress in NF2-SWN

WebThe Children’s Tumor Foundation NF2-SWN Accelerator Initiative is dedicated to finding effective treatments for NF2-related schwannomatosis, or NF2-SWN (previously called …

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FDA Approves First Ever Treatment for Neurofibromatosis

WebThe FDA’s approval of AstraZeneca’s and MSD (Merck)’s submission is a major milestone for patients living with neurofibromatosis (NF), a genetic disorder that causes tumors to …

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Children’s Tumor Foundation and Global Coalition for Adaptive …

WebCollaboration Will Accelerate Development of Treatments for Neurofibromatosis and Schwannomatosis Patients. NEW YORK – The Children’s Tumor Foundation (NEW …

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Revised Diagnostic Criteria Announced for Neurofibromatosis Type 2

WebThe Children’s Tumor Foundation (CTF) today announced the landmark publication of updated diagnostic criteria for the genetic disorder neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) and …

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May is NF (Neurofibromatosis) Awareness Month

WebNF, short for neurofibromatosis, is a group of genetic disorders that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. NF affects 2.5 million people around the world, but many …

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Innovative Health Initiative Highlights CTF’s Game-Changing …

WebRevolutionizing rare disease clinical trials: the Children’s Tumor Foundation is shaping the future . The Innovative Health Initiative (IHI), the European Union public-private …

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

WebChildren’s Tumor Foundation – Coronavirus Update – March 18, 2020. Dear friends, This is an extraordinarily challenging time. The coronavirus outbreak has meant changes in the …

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Home is Where the Heart Is: Michele Holbrook

WebPatients like Michele Holbrook, who has schwannomatosis, and are still waiting for breakthroughs in drug development and FDA-approved treatment options. SInce first …

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Children’s Tumor Foundation Hosts World’s Largest …

WebThe Children's Tumor Foundation (CTF) is hosting the 2016 NF Conference/Forum, the largest worldwide meeting dedicated entirely to neurofibromatosis (NF), a genetic …

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Q&A with NF Patient who Co-authored Published Research Paper …

WebAnnabel Peterson, a young adult living with NF2, is a co-author on a study out of Massachusetts General Hospital that the Children’s Tumor Foundation supported with a …

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LIVING WITH NEUROFIBROMATOSIS TYPE 1: A GUIDE FOR …

Web2 Adults with NF1 2 Tumors and Cancer 5 Other NF1 Manifestations 8 Pregnancy and Family Options 9 NF1 Screening Recommendations 9 Scans and Imaging in NF1 10 …

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Countries Around the World to Shine a Light on NF on May 17, …

WebThe Children's Tumor Foundation's mission is to drive research, expand knowledge, and advance care for the NF community.

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Understanding the IEP/504: An Interview with School Psychologist …

WebThe following interview was conducted on November 13, 2017 with Jim Hubbard, a school psychologist and counselor, by Kate Kelts, RN, BSN, patient support coordinator for the Children’s Tumor Foundation.

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National Volunteer Week 2018: 40 Years of Volunteers

WebNational Volunteer Appreciation Week takes on a completely new meaning this year, our 40 th anniversary of the Foundation. The National Neurofibromatosis Foundation, or NNFF, …

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Bringing Brigatinib to Neurofibromatosis Type-2 Patients: From

WebChildren’s Tumor Foundation and Takeda Pharmaceuticals Launch INTUITT for NF2 in Partnership with 6 Leading Medical Centers . The Children’s Tumor Foundation (CTF) …

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NF Parent Guidebook

WebThe NF Parent Guidebook is the product of a multi-year CTF research grant given to Maria Acosta, MD, of the Children’s National Health System. Other contributors to the …

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NTAP and Francis Collins Scholars Scientific Day

WebThe enduring alliance between the neurofibromatosis Therapeutic Acceleration Program (NTAP), the Children’s Tumor Foundation, and the National Institutes of Health continues to facilitate collaborations that are advancing research and bringing us all closer to our shared goal to end NF.. Recently, CTF President Annette Bakker, PhD, attended the Francis …

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NIH Chief: Science is Ready for Pushing Discoveries to the Clinic

WebThis comes at a time when the NIH budget is already stretched. At the same time, NIH can fill a vital need that is largely not being supported by industry, getting discoveries ready for intial clinical studies. In the Q&A Dr. Collins indicated that a key reason why this initiative is so important is that the science itself has advanced to a

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CTF President Annette Bakker Interviewed by MedPage Today for …

WebMedPage Today, a trusted source for clinical news coverage across the medical specialties, interviewed Children’s Tumor Foundation President Annette Bakker for their first-ever in …

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NF Hero Kendall Reeve Profiled in Local Magazine

WebNF Hero Kendall Reeve and her family were profiled in Fishers, a local magazine released by the Towne Post Networkfor Indiana residents. Running for Kendall: Family Bringing …

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NF1 Clinical Trial of Selumetinib “Most Exciting” Says National …

WebSpeaking before the House Energy and Commerce Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives on the implementation of the 21 st Century Cures Act, Norman (Ned) …

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Henry Ford Health Neurofibromatosis Patient and Caregiver …

WebLocation Henry Ford Health Henry Ford Behavioral Health - One Ford Place, Ford Place, Detroit, MI 48202

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CTF and NFlection Present Webinar on NFX-179 Topical Gel Results

WebThe Children’s Tumor Foundation hosted an informative webinar from NFlection Therapeutics to share results from the Phase 2b Study of NFX‑179 Topical Gel in the …

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NF Hero Kendall Reeve Profiled in Local Magazine

WebNF Hero Kendall Reeve and her family were profiled in Fishers, a local magazine released by the Towne Post Networkfor Indiana residents. Running for Kendall: Family Bringing Cupid’s Undie Run to Indy to Benefit the Children’s Tumor Foundation. On a warm August day in 2010, Kendall Reeve entered the world, bright, beautiful, and, by all

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WHAT ARE CAFÉ-AU-LAIT SPOTS

WebGenetic testing Genetic testing for NF1 is available. If your healthcare provider suspects NF1, a genetic test may be recommended to look for the underlying genetic change in …

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TCS New York City Marathon Children's Tumor Foundation

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Leading Neurofibromatosis Experts Gather for Annual Scientific

WebNEW YORK June 5, 2015 – The Children’s Tumor Foundation, the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to funding research to end neurofibromatosis (NF), is hosting the 2015 NF Conference, the premier gathering of NF experts from around the world, in Monterey, California.

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NIH To Address Cancer’s ‘Big Questions”

WebDr. Harold Varmus, Director of the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health, is set to launch the “Big Questions Initiative” which will solicit input from leading experts as to what these questions are and how to address them. This should be an interesting process, but for most researchers perhaps the biggest question

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Washington Nationals’ Shortstop Ian Desmond Helps Fight NF!

WebIan “Desi” Desmond, the shortstop for the Washington Nationals, is campaigning to raise funds for NF research! Haga clic aquí to find out how, to watch a video about Desi and his NF Hero, Eathan Brown, and to make a donation. To learn more about this campaign, please read the articles that were written in The Washington Post and on the

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EMA Accepts Submission for Koselugo (Selumetinib) as Treatment …

WebLa EMA acepta la presentación de Koselugo (Selumetinib) como tratamiento para la neurofibromatosis. Koselugo (approved in the US) on its way to Become First Approved Drug for Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) in Europe.

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