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Children's Brain Tumor Foundation's Tissue Bank Consortium May Solve Dire Problem in Pediatric Cancer Research
Date:7/1/2008

dhood cancer. Nearly one in three of the 3,400 children diagnosed each year with such a tumor will not survive five years, and treatments can cause damaging late effects on survivors. Effects range from cognitive impairment to physical challenges to social isolation. The vast variety of brain and spinal cord tumors has stymied research, as investigators face the challenges of collecting and analyzing tissue and the ethical issues posed in treating children.

The Licensing Industry Merchandisers' Association (LIMA), CBTF's principal organizational contributor, has committed to help fund the effort. "LIMA members' products bring joy to countless children's lives, so we are excited by the opportunity to be part of a scientific venture that can extend that joy to kids suffering from brain and spinal cord tumors," says Cheryl Stoebenau, Co-Chair of LIMA's Charity Committee. "We believe our commitment will make a real difference to the success of this undertaking and are proud to support the efforts of the Children's Brain Tumor Foundation."

CBTF is seeking co-funding support from foundations and organizations interested in a national, cooperative research effort to eradicate this disease that destroys children's lives.

About the Children's Brain Tumor Foundation

The Children's Brain Tumor Foundation (CBTF) was founded in 1988 by a group of parents, physicians and friends to improve the treatment, quality of life, and the long term outlook for children with brain and spinal cord tumors through research support, education, and advocacy to families and survivors. Our goal is to ensure parents and children know they are not alone in their struggle. Now in its 20th year, CBTF serves children and families nationwide with expert information, toll-free hotline staffed by pediatric oncology social workers, survivor program, and parent networking,


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