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Mohamed, 12 years old, is an active soccer player for a well know club, and never missed a training session with his team. During one of the football matches, he got injured. His coach and parents thought that getting some rest and topical medications will work for a common sports injury. Unfortunately, the pain persisted. […]

“I learned a new lesson about what patience and persistence can bring forth during my treatment journey at CCHE57357”, says Norhan Mohamed, our new survivor In 2016 Norhan’s regular pediatrician couldn’t give an accurate diagnosis of her illness as she suffered an enlarged lymph node in her left arm and suggested her referral to CCHE57357. […]

Last week on July 21, 2022, CCHE57357 celebrated world’s international food safety day with a 2 day event that captured the attention of local and regional media channels. Under the slogan “Safe food for better health” the event was held on CCHE57357 premises and aimed at raising public awareness about food safety in the Egyptian […]

“CCHE57357’S acquisition of the Cyber knife is a milestone for Egypt, Africa and the Middle East in the medical field” “Congratulations 57357… every time I come, I find progress, even in times of global crisis” Early this month, Dr. Hisham Al Saify, plastic surgeon and president of Egypt cancer network U.S   was on a visit […]

Mostafa was in a deep coma until a miracle happened and he regained consciousness, a new patient success story at the Children’s Cancer Hospital Egypt 57357.  The story of our new survivor started when symptoms of illness came back after he had finished a prescribed course of antibiotics. His parents thought their visit to his regular pediatrician would help and be enough to get the right treatment. Unfortunately, lab […]

A research collaborator based at the Children’s Cancer Hospital 57357 participated in a research project and spotted the reasons behind poor outcomes of hematology patients who tested positive for covid19. Hematology patients were found to develop lethal complications when tested positive for Covid19. “The research study highlights factors leading to mortality in patients with hematological […]

A novel research paper conducted by the proteomics and metabolomics unit discloses the capability of the discharges of mesenchymal stem cells derived from the umbilical cord to fight corona virus in human and infectious bronchitis in birds. The paper, posted in cells magazine with impact factor 6.6, verified that the discharges contained immunoprotiens and antiviruses. […]

Mohamed developed painful lesions and rash on his face and scalp, strange symptoms that needed to be addressed and required an explanation. His pediatrician suggested his referral to CCHE57357 because of the hospital’s valuable experience within the field of pediatric oncology in Egypt.   Mohamed’s parents traveled from their hometown to Cairo and brought him to CCHE57357’s screening clinic along with his preliminary tests to get an […]

Finally coming to light after a whole year of testing and verifying  carried out on animals, a research paper by CCHE57357’s proteomics& metabolomics team reveals the impact of a natural substance on toxicity of a certain type of chemotherapy. Methotrexate chemotherapy is widely known for its usage in treating many types of cancer and for […]

A new paper release conducted by CCHE57357’s genomics  research team gives a better genetic understanding of Klebsiella pneumonia  (certain type of bacterial infection) which ultimately helps in reaching enhanced patients’ clinical outcomes.   Hospitalized patients in general and immuno-compromised ones in particular were found to suffer from bacterial infections among which the one causing inflammation […]

Mohamed, a playful kid, was only three when he came to CCHE57357’s screening clinic suffering from a skin rash, bulging eye balls and a fever.  His parents never expected such a malicious condition until the results of the preliminary examinations confirmed his serious illness. Mohamed was diagnosed with a rare disease named Erdheim–Chester disease.  Erdheim– […]

The Holy Month is already coming to an end! May the upcoming Eid be a blessed time of   joyful gatherings and celebrations with family and friends! In spite of the political circumstances and economic instability resulting from the war in Ukraine, we still wish you the best on this occasion, and may the Eid bring […]

With Ramadan around the corner, we wish our ECN donors, supporters, and chapter leaders in the US and Canada, a blessed time filled with health, serenity, and the meaningful things of life:  togetherness and supporting one another and the most vulnerable around us. With the war outbreak in Ukraine, the future seems again so uncertain. […]

A new research paper suggests the  pretreatment screening for MECOM gene overexpression in newly diagnosed AML patients for better risk stratification and thus treatment adjustment which will improve the survival rates. “Despite advances in the treatment of AML, relapse remains a major problem. While some children can be risk-stratified based on cytogenetic or molecular findings, […]

In a scene that was filled with the joy of achievement, CCHE 57357 staff were applauded upon the announcement of the JCI surveyors panel granting the Joint Commission accreditation for the third time in a row. During a visit that lasted for a whole week, Joint Commission International surveyors have audited the hospital’s medical and […]

CCHE57357 hosted a lecture presenting one of the most advanced technologies within the field of radiotherapy, “practices of the proton therapy”. Through a lecture that gathered all the medical staff of the hospital, Dr.Shanon Macdonald, Associate Professor, radiotherapy department, Massachusetts hospital has shared her extensive experience in the uses of the proton therapy that is […]

The treatment journey of our survivor started when her first CBC test revealed a low count of platelets, which raised the suspicion of cancer. The three-year-old, Wadood, travelled with her family 99 miles from Damietta governorate, where she lived, to the CCHE57357 Cairo branch. Preliminary examinations  at CCHE 57357’s screening clinic confirmed what she had been […]

CCHE 57357’s department of pharmaceutical services obtained the accreditation of the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) for its quality services.  The accreditation confirms the hospital’s leading role within the field of clinical pharmacy in Egypt.  Previously the ASHP organization accredited the hospital’s residency training program back in 2019. The new accreditation designates CCHE57357 […]

The beginning of the new year has brought along a unique visit from the great musician, Nader Elabssy to the Children’s Cancer Hospital 57357. El Abassy is famously known as the artistic director of the orchestra of two iconic events, the golden parade of Egyptian royal mummies, and the grand opening of the road of […]

CCHE57357 has recently acquired the Sonosite XP ultrasound, leveraging the technology to maximize patient safety standards during surgeries. The new ultrasound was a gift by a group of faithful Egyptians supporting the hospital’s prominent role in the field of pediatric oncology in Egypt. “CCHE57357 is achieving a milestone in technology-related patient safety by the adoption […]

ECN US provides support for the release of the study A group of competent researchers succeeded to publish a research paper that is the first of its kind in Egypt to deal with economic and financial aspects related to childhood cancer care. “Estimating the resources utilized and costs of childhood cancer care can help in better management of resources […]

In 2016, the six year old Mariam, suffered from a persisting high fever which traditional medications failed to cure . After several visits to three different pediatricians’ clinics, an abdominal C.T scan revealed a suspicious mass upon which Mariam was referred to the Children’s cancer hospital Egypt 57357. The primary investigations were carried out immediately upon the arrival of Mariam at the […]

In January 2014 Rodayna, our new cancer survivor was diagnosed with AML (a form of blood cancer) while she was only nine. Upon ending the first school semester the outgoing playful girl fell sick with a mild fever and listless for nearly three weeks in a row. Her mother took her to her regular pediatrician […]

Offers researchers the chance to unravel cancer secrets Despite the difficult circumstances we are facing because of a decline in donations, 57357 is committed to continuous upgrading of tools and equipment to maintain the level of treatment quality provided to children. Within the framework of our involvement in research work, which is one of 57357’s […]

A first time ever  in Egypt, CCHE’s proteomics and metabolomics lab receives the American standardization council certification within the span of biological samples and food supplements. After two years of  hard work the proteomics lab team was able to obtain the ASC’s ISO/IEC17025. The ASC is a non-governmental organization, providing the ISO certification for labs […]