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Hope4Kids - Project Summary

April 21, 2026

The Hope4Kids – Holistic Oncologic Palliative Care for Europe’s Kids Joint Action - aims to strengthen and harmonise paediatric palliative care (PPC) across Europe for all children living with life-threatening or life-limiting conditions. Implemented between 2025 and 2029 with partners from 23 countries, the project seeks to reduce inequalities in care through evidence-based guidelines, pilot programmes, education and training, and policy collaboration. Hope4Kids is to ensure that every child and family receives timely, holistic PPC, regardless of where they live.

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Publications

(2025 Update) CAYA Policy Brief of the EBCP Mirror Group published

March 18, 2026

This 2025 updated CAYA policy brief publication outlines key recommendations to improve care and outcomes for young cancer patients.

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BSPHO News

BSPHO Symposium 2025: Highlights

December 15, 2025

The BSPHO Symposium 2025 was held on 28 November at the Provinciehuis Leuven. See the event highlights!

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2nd BSPHO Scientific Meeting 2025 – Highlights

October 7, 2025

This Scientific Meeting centred on implementing paediatric cancer guidelines, with sessions on fertility preservation, ATRT, and JMML care.

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BSPHO proudly participated in Run To Kick 2025: Over €2.3 million raised for childhood cancer research!

October 2, 2025

BSPHO joined Run To Kick 2025, which raised over €2.3M to fight childhood cancer and support vital research.

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New Study Open

HEM-iSMART: Evaluation of the activity of new drugs in T-ALL & T-LBL patients

September 15, 2025

HEM-iSMART trial studies tailored drug combinations for pediatric T-ALL/T-LBL based on specific tumor alterations.

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BSPHO News

BSPHO coordinates another evacuation of four oncologic children from Gaza

August 11, 2025

BSPHO coordinates the evacuation of four young cancer patients from Gaza, continuing its humanitarian support in conflict zones.

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BSPHO News

New BSPHO Board Announced at the Annual General Assembly

July 2, 2025

BSPHO welcomes new board, thanks past members, and begins a new leadership chapter to advance paediatric haemato-oncology care.

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BSPHO Clinical Trial Day 2025: Highlights

June 25, 2025

The BSPHO Clinical Trial Day 2025 was held on 20 June at the Park Inn Hotel in Leuven. Read the event highlights.

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Publications

New Report on Cancer in Adolescents and Young Adults in Belgium

March 9, 2025

New publication by Belgian Cancer Registry: “Cancer in Adolescents and Young Adults – Belgium 2004-2022” released, highlighting key insights.

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New Study Open

CHIP-AML22: clinical trial for newly diagnosed pediatric de novo AML patients

March 4, 2025

A new trial launched in Belgium for pediatric AML patients, integrating Europe’s frontline treatment approach.

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BSPHO News

BSPHO Scientific Meeting 2025 – Highlights

February 26, 2025

The BSPHO Scientific Meeting on 21 February featured key insights into pediatric haemato-oncology research. See the topics discussed.

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New Study Open

International Leukemia Target Board (iLTB): Advancing Care for Relapsed and Refractory Leukemia/Lymphoma Patients

December 28, 2024

The iLTB trial aims to optimize treatment decisions for relapsed/refractory leukemia/lymphoma patients through international collaboration and molecular profiling.

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SIOPE ATRT01: An International Prospective Umbrella Trial for Children with ATRT

December 2, 2024

The SIOPE ATRT01 trial launched in August 2024, aims to improve treatment efficacy and neurocognitive outcomes for children with Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumours (ATRT).

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ML-DS 2018: Trial Investigates CPX-351 for Down Syndrome Patients with Leukemia or MDS

November 29, 2024

The ML-DS 2018 trial aims to improve outcomes for Down syndrome patients with myeloid leukemia (ML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).

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BSPHO News

Young BSPHO Symposium 2024 – Highlights

November 25, 2024

The Symposium on 22 November featured key insights into novel therapies and new techniques in pediatric oncology. See topics discussed and event photos.

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New Study Open

PRINCESS: Preservation of fertility and quality of life in women cured of childhood cancer in Belgium

October 28, 2024

PRINCESS, a multicentre clinical trial open since 9 October 2024 in Belgium, aims to assess fertility and ovarian function in survivors of childhood cancer aged 18 years or older.

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BSPHO News

BSPHO adopts new vision including mission statement and strategic priorities

October 24, 2024

BSPHO's new vision focuses on research support, clinical trials, advocacy, outreach, and greater member involvement in pediatric cancer care.

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BSPHO News

BSPHO Scholarships for International Conference or Training

October 18, 2024

BSPHO awards up to 1,100€ scholarships to young doctors/researchers. See eligibility and application details below.

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New Study Open

Interfant-21: New trial for infants with ALL launched in Belgium

October 7, 2024

A new trial for infants (<1 year) with KMT2A‐rearranged acute lymphoblastic leukemia or mixed phenotype acute leukemia launched in Belgium.

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Publications

CAYA policy brief of the EBCP mirror group published

September 12, 2024

The CAYA policy brief publication outlines key recommendations to improve care and outcomes for young cancer patients.

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BSPHO News

BSPHO coordinates care for evacuated patients from Gaza

July 30, 2024

BSPHO coordinated the care of the young gazan patients from Gaza by paediatric oncology centres across the country.

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BSPHO News

BSPHO Clinical Trial Day 2024: Highlights

July 4, 2024

The BSPHO Clinical Trial Day 2024 was held on 21 June at the Park Inn Hotel in Leuven. Read the event highlights.

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Pharma News

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

September 19, 2023

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

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Partners' News

E-book publication: Cancer in children and adolescents

August 7, 2023

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

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BSPHO News

Neuroblastoma Educational Materials

June 5, 2023

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!

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BSPHO News

BSPHO coordinated the evacuation of 4 Ukrainian children with cancer

February 9, 2023

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

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