News Releases

View current news releases from St. Jude and ALSAC. To read more topic-specific news releases, see “Medicine and Science News” or “Fundraising and Donor News.”

 
05/14/2012
John Rich & Friends Concert to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

John Rich, Kellie Pickler, Darius Rucker, Jeff Foxworthy and Big & Rich will perform at the St. Jude Presents John Rich & Friends concert on June 5 at the Cannon Center in Memphis, Tenn. The event will serve as the first-ever concert kick off for the 2012 FedEx St. Jude Classic. Window World® and First Tennessee Bank will be serving as presenting sponsors for the event.

 
 
04/30/2012
Key protein’s newly discovered form and function may provide novel cancer treatment target

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital discovery that a protein vital for cell survival and immune balance has another form with a different function could yield additional cancer treatment strategy. (Dr. Joseph Opferman)

 
 
04/30/2012
Equal access to care helps close survival gap for young African-American cancer patients

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital closes survival gap for virtually all African-American and white children with cancer in a study that suggests equal access to care translates into an equal chance of a cure. (Dr. Ching-Hon Pui)

 
 
04/23/2012
Protein prevents DNA damage in the developing brain and might serve as a tumor suppressor

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital scientists have rewritten the job description of the protein TopBP1 after demonstrating that it guards early brain cells from DNA damage. Such damage might foreshadow later problems, including cancer. (Dr. Peter McKinnon)

 
 
04/17/2012
Brenda Schulman, Ph.D., recognized as 2012 fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Brenda Schulman, Ph.D., of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, has been named to the 2012 class of new Fellows and Foreign Honorary Members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (AAAS). Schulman was elected for her lab’s work on understanding a major form of cellular regulation, namely how ubiquitin-like proteins are conjugated to their target.

 
 
04/16/2012
Radio One and affiliate stations raise more than $1 million for kids fighting cancer, sickle cell and other deadly diseases

Radio One syndicated shows and inspiration stations raised more than $1 million through the fifth annual Radio Cares for St. Jude Kids national event to help St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital provide the best care to the world’s sickest children at no cost to their families.

 
 
04/16/2012
Runners, get set to register early and secure your spot for the 2012 St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend

Early registration is now open for the 2012 St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend to from November 29 - December 1. More than 17,000 participants are expected for the annually sold out event that benefits St. Jude, where the world's sickest children receive the best care at no cost to their family.

 
 
04/11/2012
Chemotherapy proves life-saving for some leukemia patients who fail induction therapy

An international study found that bone marrow transplants are not the best option for some young patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) who fail to attain clinical remission after the initial weeks of intense chemotherapy known as induction therapy. (Dr. Ching-Hon Pui)

 
 
03/26/2012
NBA Cares and St. Jude team up for kids battling cancer and other deadly diseases

When the National Basketball Association's (NBA) biggest stars hit the court this week it won't just be the title they are playing for, but something much greater—finding a cure for childhood cancer and other deadly diseases. March 26 - 30 is Hoops for St. Jude Week in the NBA.

 
 
03/20/2012
American Society of Clinical Oncology honors Ching-Hon Pui, M.D., for work advancing childhood cancer research and treatment

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital physician is the recipient of the 2012 Pediatric Oncology Award.

 
 
03/13/2012
Genome sequencing initiative links altered gene to age-related neuroblastoma risk

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – Washington University Pediatric Cancer Genome Project and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center discover first gene alteration associated with patient age and neuroblastoma outcome.

 
 
03/12/2012
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital CEO honored by the American Pharmacists Association for contributions to pharmacy field

William E. Evans, Pharm.D., is the recipient of the Remington Honor Medal, the pharmacy profession’s highest recognition

 
 
03/07/2012
Supermodel and style expert Cindy Crawford partners with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital to give away 28 Dream Homes

Supermodel and home goods style expert Cindy Crawford has partnered with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® to help dozens of lucky people across the country win a beautiful “dream home” valued between $300,000 and $700,000 through the St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway.

 
 
03/01/2012
Solving mystery of how sulfa drugs kill bacteria yields 21st century drug development target

St. Jude scientists discover key enzyme structure in bacteria, a finding that lays the foundation for a new generation of antibiotics that are safer and less prone to drug resistance. (Dr. Stephen White)

 
 
02/16/2012
Danny Thomas Forever Stamp available today

The United States Postal Service today issued a new commemorative Forever Stamp honoring one of America’s legendary entertainers and humanitarians: Danny Thomas. The stamp may be purchased at Post Offices, online at usps.com and by phone at 800-782-6724.

 
 
02/15/2012
The latest on drug shortages from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Drug shortages have existed for several years, but they have recently intensified.

 
 
02/03/2012
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital celebrates 50 years

In 1962, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital opened its doors amid an emotionally charged debate regarding how to treat childhood cancer. (St. Jude)

 
 
01/30/2012
St. Jude Thanks and Giving campaign raises more than $64 million to save lives of children battling cancer and other deadly diseases

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is ringing in the new year by "giving thanks"to the consumers and partners who supported the eighth annual St. Jude Thanks and Giving® campaign and helped raise more than $64 million in support of the organization's lifesaving mission of finding cures for kids battling cancer and other deadly diseases.

 
 
01/30/2012
Inherited risk factors for childhood leukemia are more common in Hispanic patients

Results from a St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Children’s Oncology Group study pinpoint genetic basis for increased leukemia risk facing Hispanic children and provide new hope for closing survival gap. (Dr. Jun Yang)

 
 
01/29/2012
Cancer sequencing initiative discovers mutations tied to aggressive childhood brain tumors

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – Washington University Pediatric Cancer Genome Project provides first evidence linking cancer to mutations in genes involved in DNA organization. (Dr. Suzanne Baker)

 
 
01/26/2012
'iCarly' stars Jennette McCurdy and Nathan Kress and 'Victorious' star Ariana Grande join St. Jude Math-A-Thon team; help launch exciting new sweepstakes

"iCarly" stars Jennette McCurdy and Nathan Kress and "Victorious" star Ariana Grande are teaming up to help kids across the country get excited about developing their math skills through the St. Jude Math-A-Thon program, America's largest education-based fundraiser for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

 
 
01/19/2012
St. Jude makes repeat appearance on FORTUNE magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has been recognized by FORTUNE magazine as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” for the second consecutive year. (St. Jude)

 
 
01/19/2012
Michael Strahan and Hungry Girl Lisa Lillien team up for St. Jude Game Day. Give Back

Memphis, Tennessee (January 19, 2012) – As the nation's top football teams compete for their place at Super Bowl® XLVI on February 5, NFL All-Pro and Super Bowl Champion Michael Strahan and Hungry Girl Lisa Lillien have teamed up to recruit fans nationwide to host St. Jude Game Day. Give Back. parties to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and help tackle childhood cancer.

 
 
01/11/2012
Cancer sequencing project identifies potential approaches to combat aggressive leukemia

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – Washington University Pediatric Cancer Genome Project discovers genetic connection linking two cancers that is likely to expand treatments for patients who currently have poor prognoses. (Dr. Charles Mullighan)

 
 
01/11/2012
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital launches data website for genome project

Effort aims to accelerate pediatric cancer discoveries by sharing findings from the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – Washington University Pediatric Cancer Genome Project. (St. Jude)

 
 
01/11/2012
Gene identified as a new target for treatment of aggressive childhood eye tumor

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – Washington University Pediatric Cancer Genome Project findings help solve mystery of retinoblastoma’s rapid growth in work that also yields a new treatment target and possible therapy. (Dr. Michael Dyer)

 
 
01/09/2012
Entertainer and humanitarian Danny Thomas honored on U.S. Commemorative Forever Stamp

The United States Postal Service unveiled a commemorative Forever Stamp honoring legendary entertainer Danny Thomas, the founder of renowned St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The unveiling took place at a star-studded gala in Los Angeles to celebrate Thomas' 100th birthday and the 50th anniversary of St. Jude.