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Oncology: Resources for Families

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The Effects of Music Therapy

Mariagracia Rivas Berger, MT-BC, a music therapist at Children's National Hospital, discusses the physical and psychological effects of music therapy for children.

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At Children’s National Hospital, we understand that families have many questions about their child’s condition and care. In addition to any resources your provider may give you, our online resources can also support your ongoing treatment journey.

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Learn more about Resources for Families at the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.

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Children’s National Cancer Facts

Every day, 43 children in the United States alone are diagnosed with cancer. Children's National staff work tirelessly to improve all patient outcomes.

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Music Therapy Program

Our Music Therapy Program reduces stress and improves quality of life for our pediatric cancer and blood disorders patients.
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When a Sibling Has Cancer

When a child is diagnosed with cancer, it affects everyone in the family.  Brothers and sisters may react in many different ways as they adjust to all the changes that cancer brings.