Swiss Childhood Cancer Survivor Study
Swiss Childhood Cancer Survivor Study
The study investigated whether people who had cancer during childhood are at increased risk of developing colorectal cancer later in life. The goal was to find out whether certain cancer treatments influence this risk, and whether some survivors could benefit…
This study investigated whether women who were treated with certain chemotherapies in childhood have a higher risk of developing breast cancer later in life. The insights gained from this can be used to detect and treat breast cancer more quickly…
Following the German version, the French and English versions of our explanatory videos are now also online. The short clips provide insights into our projects and show what research into the late effects of paediatric cancer is all about –…
After childhood cancer, late effects such as problems with bones, joints and muscles can occur. This study wanted to find out how common such problems are and what impact they have on daily life. Lay Summary of the Study What…
This study investigated the health problems experienced by people who suffered from Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) in childhood. Although LCH is not a cancer, the disease and its treatment can cause health problems. Knowledge of such late effects enables swift…
Although childhood cancer treatments primarily target cancer cells, they can also damage healthy cells. This study therefore investigated the risk of former paediatric cancer patients to later develop oral cavity cancer. Lay Summary of the PanCareSurFup Study What did the…
Are you curious to learn more about our current research projects? We’ve created short videos to give you an insight into our work. These videos cover our overarching health survey of former childhood cancer patients (SCCSS Study), as well as…
This study aimed to determine how many childhood cancer survivors are exposed to cigarette smoke at home and whether this contributes to respiratory problems. It highlights the increased vulnerability of some children to respiratory issues due to cancer treatment and…
We investigated how often adults who survived acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) as children experience weight problems and whether these issues vary between Switzerland and North America. By understanding these challenges, doctors can provide better support, promoting healthy diets, active lifestyles,…
No research, no cure In Switzerland, around 350 children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer every year. While innovative therapies are revolutionizing the world of adult oncology, young patients are still being treated with drugs that in some cases have…
Information and exchange event with paediatric cancer organisations In January, the Childhood Cancer Research Group invited representatives from the field of childhood cancer to an information and exchange event at the Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine at the University…
Lay Summary of Tomáš Sláma’s Study What did we want to achieve with our study?Cancer treatment makes you very tired. Sometimes even adults who had cancer as children still suffer from fatigue. We wanted to see how often this happens…
Lay Summary of Luzius Mader’s Study What was the aim of our study?The diagnosis of childhood cancer and the difficult treatment are a great challenge for the children affected. Children often feel the consequences years later. We wanted to find…
Lay Summary of Sven Strebel’s Study What was the aim of our study?When a child has to be treated with platinum chemotherapy due to cancer, hearing can be damaged. In our study, we wanted to find out how many childhood…
This year, the Swiss Childhood Cancer Survivor Study celebrates its 15th birthday!
Lay Summary of Luzius Mader’s Study What was the aim of our study?The diagnosis of childhood cancer and the intensive treatment are a great challenge for children and their families. Children often feel the consequences years later. We wanted to…
Dietary intake and diet quality of adult survivors of childhood cancer and the general population: results from the SCCSS-Nutrition Study. What did we hope to achieve? We studied former cancer patients to find out what they ate. We wanted to…
International Cancer Survivor Symposium 2022 welcomed almost 200 participants worldwide to discuss latest developments and future directions of care for cancer survivors. Fast-evolving treatment options and technologies continue to advance survival in children, adolescents, and young adults diagnosed with cancer.…