Pediatric Pearls: Does Race Affect Pediatric Cancer Survival?

A first-time mother asks about the risks of pediatric cancer during a well-visit for her 6-month-old daughter. She is concerned after hearing a recent report that children of racial/ethnic minorities have a higher risk of poor cancer outcomes than do white children.

How would you advise your patient?

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Jessica L. Tomaszewski, MD, is a pediatrician in the Division of General Pediatrics/Primary Care in the Department of Pediatrics at Nemours duPont Pediatrics, Jessup Street, in Wilmington, DE.