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Royal Decree on paediatric oncology in Belgium

The Council of Ministers approved an amendment to the Royal Decree on paediatric oncology which groups patients in a smaller number of reference centres and creates networks to organise parts of the treatment trajectory close to the patient's home.

BSPHO News

BSPHO Scientific Meeting February 2024

The first BSPHO Scientific Meeting of 2024 brought together physicians and researchers to discuss paediatric haemato-oncology advancements.

New Study Open

NORDIC: Study investigating speech issues in paediatric brain tumour patients

In January 2024, the NORDIC trial launched and will evaluate Cerebellar Mutism Syndrome in children undergoing brain tumour surgery.

Job Vacancy

Job Vacancy: Hemato-Oncology Clinical Studies Coordinator - HUDERF

The Department of Pediatric Hemato-Oncology at the Queen Fabiola Children's University Hospital (HUDERF) is recruiting a Hemato-Oncology Clinical Studies Coordinator (CDI - 38H).

New Study Open

New registry open : RELIVE

In October 2023, a new registry (RELIVE) was open in Belgium.

New Study Open

ALCL-VBL: New Trial for Paediatric non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Patients launched in Belgium

In September 2023, ALCL-VBL trial was launched to evaluate Vinblastine treatment for children under 18 with Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma.

Pharma News

BAYER's 'Detective Didi & Sidekick' Childhood Cancer Booklet

New booklet by BAYER: 'Detective Didi & Sidekick' - Helping Kids Understand Cancer.

BSPHO News

September: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

September is the month to raise awareness and support for young cancer patients and their families. Learn more about childhood cancer.

New Study Open

FaR-RMS: A new study for children and adults with rhabdomyosarcoma launched in Belgium

New study launched: FaR-RMS study investigates novel treatments for pediatric and adult Rhabdomyosarcoma patients, aiming to enhance outcomes.

Partners' News

Open Position: Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist at Princess Máxima Center

An open position for a Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist is available at the Princess Máxima Center.

Partners' News

E-book publication: Cancer in children and adolescents

The Belgian Cancer Registry presents its latest publication 'Cancer in children and adolescents in Belgium 2004-2020'.

Pharma News

LONQUEX®: New indication & reimbursement in paediatry

Update for healthcare professionals: Teva Pharma Belgium introduces new indications and reimbursement criteria for LONQUEX® (lipegfilgrastim) 6 mg, effective from 1 March 2023.

BSPHO News

BSPHO Clinical Trial Day 2023

The Clinical Trial Day celebrated advancements in paediatric haemato-oncology research. Thought-provoking presentations, notable trials, and networking opportunities highlighted the positive impact on patient care.

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Neuroblastoma Educational Materials

We are pleased to share Neuroblastoma educational materials developed by the working groups (WG) for patients and their families. Learn more about it and find the material here!

Partners' News

2023 Kick Cancer Patient Conference

BSPHO attended the KickCancer's Patients Foundation “Improving care and research for Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) with cancer” that was organised on Friday 26 May 2023.

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Young BSPHO symposium 2023

On Friday, March 10th, the Young BSPHO organised their second ‘Building bridges in pediatric oncology’ symposium.

BSPHO News

BSPHO coordinated the evacuation of 4 Ukrainian children with cancer

BSPHO coordinated the arrival of 4 Ukrainian children with cancer in Belgium to ensure the best care for patients and their families.

Partners' News

Run to Kick 2022

The BSPHO team collected 3.038€ during the Run to Kick 2022.

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In 2022 BSPHO coordinated the evacuation of Ukrainian children with cancer

BSPHO coordinated the arrival of 10 Ukrainian children with cancer in Belgium to ensure the best care for patients and their families.

Publications

Publication Haematological malignancies Belgium 2004-2018

The Belgian cancer registry is pleased to announce the publication haematological malignancies Belgium 2004-2018.

BSPHO News

Royal Decree on paediatric oncology in Belgium

The Council of Ministers approved an amendment to the Royal Decree on paediatric oncology which groups patients in a smaller number of reference centres and creates networks to organise parts of the treatment trajectory close to the patient's home.

BSPHO News

BSPHO Scientific Meeting February 2024

The first BSPHO Scientific Meeting of 2024 brought together physicians and researchers to discuss paediatric haemato-oncology advancements.

New Study Open

NORDIC: Study investigating speech issues in paediatric brain tumour patients

In January 2024, the NORDIC trial launched and will evaluate Cerebellar Mutism Syndrome in children undergoing brain tumour surgery.

Job Vacancy

Job Vacancy: Hemato-Oncology Clinical Studies Coordinator - HUDERF

The Department of Pediatric Hemato-Oncology at the Queen Fabiola Children's University Hospital (HUDERF) is recruiting a Hemato-Oncology Clinical Studies Coordinator (CDI - 38H).

New Study Open

ALCL-VBL: New Trial for Paediatric non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Patients launched in Belgium

In September 2023, ALCL-VBL trial was launched to evaluate Vinblastine treatment for children under 18 with Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma.

Pharma News

BAYER's 'Detective Didi & Sidekick' Childhood Cancer Booklet

New booklet by BAYER: 'Detective Didi & Sidekick' - Helping Kids Understand Cancer.

New Study Open

FaR-RMS: A new study for children and adults with rhabdomyosarcoma launched in Belgium

New study launched: FaR-RMS study investigates novel treatments for pediatric and adult Rhabdomyosarcoma patients, aiming to enhance outcomes.

Partners' News

E-book publication: Cancer in children and adolescents

The Belgian Cancer Registry presents its latest publication 'Cancer in children and adolescents in Belgium 2004-2020'.

BSPHO News

Neuroblastoma Educational Materials

We are pleased to share Neuroblastoma educational materials developed by the working groups (WG) for patients and their families. Learn more about it and find the material here!

BSPHO News

BSPHO coordinated the evacuation of 4 Ukrainian children with cancer

BSPHO coordinated the arrival of 4 Ukrainian children with cancer in Belgium to ensure the best care for patients and their families.