New NCCN Guidelines for Pediatric Bone Sarcoma focus on how to provide the best care possible for children and adolescents with Ewing sarcoma.
PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) published the first-ever edition of NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Pediatric Bone Sarcoma.
"I know what these guidelines will mean to patients and their families," said Paula Head, patient advocate on the NCCN Guidelines® Panel for Pediatric Bone Sarcoma. "Families who are walking that journey, need clear, accurate medical roadmaps that reduce anxiety, and bring confidence in the care their child is receiving. As a parent who experienced this with my daughter, I wanted there to be guidelines that are specifically for pediatrics, because these cancers and their treatments are different than for adults."
NCCN's evidence-based, expert consensus-driven recommendations for prevention, screening, treatment, and supportive care are relied on by care providers around the world. The guidelines provide a roadmap for making optimal treatment decisions, putting guardrails in place against over- or under-treatment.
All NCCN Guidelines are available for free at NCCN.org or via the Virtual Library of NCCN Guidelines® App.
NCCN has added several pediatric cancer guidelines to its robust library during the last few years, including:
- Pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Pediatric Aggressive Mature B-Cell Lymphomas
- Pediatric Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Wilms Tumor
- Pediatric Central Nervous System Cancers
- Pediatric Soft Tissue Sarcoma
The new NCCN Guidelines for Pediatric Bone Sarcoma is focused on a type of cancer called Ewing sarcoma and other undifferentiated round cell sarcomas. While extraordinarily rare overall, it is the second most common primary bone tumor affecting children and adolescents. It typically impacts teenagers between the ages of 15-191, and can present as severe and persistent pain or swelling in the limbs or pelvis. Those symptoms are also common to other teen bone issues, so x-rays are a key first step in the diagnostic process.
"Teenagers are at a unique point in their lives. Intensive cancer treatment can drain their energy and disrupt their developing sense of autonomy," explained Patrick Leavey, MD, UT Southwestern Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center, Chair of the NCCN Guidelines Panel for Pediatric Bone Sarcoma. "These guidelines can help ensure they are not alone; that they know they have a knowledgeable team ready to support them."
Dr. Leavey noted the importance of clinical trials for advancing new treatments. The extreme rarity of Ewing's sarcoma can make it difficult to achieve therapeutic advances. However, there have been significant improvements on the topic of risk stratification in recent years.
Currently, the 5-year survival rate for Ewing sarcoma when diagnosed at an early stage is 81%, though that drops to 41% for metastatic disease2. Speaking of the toll Ewing sarcoma takes on teens and other young people, Paula Head concluded: "Whether it's one or 101, whatever that number is, it's too many."
Frequently Asked Questions:
What are the NCCN Guidelines?
The NCCN Guidelines are a comprehensive set of evidence-based, expert consensus-driven recommendations covering cancer prevention, screening, treatment, and supportive care. The intent of the NCCN Guidelines is to assist in the decision-making process of individuals involved in cancer care—including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, payers, patients and their families—with the ultimate goal of improving patient care and outcomes. Independent studies have found guideline-concordant care is associated with longer lives, better outcomes, and lower costs, across a variety of cancer types.
Who maintains the NCCN Guidelines and how frequently are they updated?
The NCCN Guidelines are updated continuously by more than 60 different panels featuring more than 2,000 interdisciplinary experts from NCCN's 34 Member Institutions along with patient advocates. They are the most thorough and frequently updated clinical practice guidelines available in any area of medicine.
How can people access the NCCN Guidelines?
The NCCN Guidelines are available free for non-commercial use at NCCN.org or via the Virtual Library of NCCN Guidelines® App. Most of the NCCN Guidelines can also be explored digitally via the NCCN Guidelines Navigator™, in addition to the traditional PDF format, for easy searching. Free website registration is required in order to access clinical content. Visit NCCN.org/login to create an account.
About the National Comprehensive Cancer Network
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is a not-for-profit alliance of leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. NCCN is dedicated to defining and advancing quality, effective, equitable, and accessible cancer care and prevention so all people can live better lives. The NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) provide transparent, evidence-based, expert consensus-driven recommendations for cancer treatment, prevention, and supportive services; they are the recognized standard for clinical direction and policy in cancer management and the most thorough and frequently-updated clinical practice guidelines available in any area of medicine. The NCCN Guidelines for Patients® provide expert cancer treatment information to inform and empower patients and caregivers, through support from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Foundation (NCCNF). NCCN also advances continuing education, global initiatives, policy, and research collaboration and publication in oncology. Visit NCCN.org for more information.
1 Siegel RL, Kratzer TB, Wagle NS, et al. Cancer statistics, 2026. CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians 2026;76:e70043. Available at: https://acsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.3322/caac.70043.
2 American Cancer Society: Prognostic Factors and Survival Rates for Ewing Sarcoma. 2026. Available at: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/ewing-tumor/detection-diagnosis-staging/survival-rates.html. Accessed July 2, 2026.
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A Formidable Type of Childhood Cancer Gets Added to Highly Regarded Library of Treatment Recommendations
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Momcozy, a leading global brand supporting women and families through pregnancy and motherhood, has partnered with Postpartum Support International (PSI) to establish a $100,000 scholarship fund designed to expand access to professional perinatal mental health training for frontline healthcare providers.
Through the Momcozy × PSI Scholarship Fund, 50 U.S.-based healthcare professionals will receive full scholarships covering 100% of the coursework and examination fees associated with the Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C). A portion of the scholarships will be dedicated to eligible midwives and nurses within the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) network, with a focus on clinicians serving communities where access to maternal mental health resources is limited.
The initiative reflects a shared commitment from Momcozy and PSI to strengthen the network of trained professionals equipped to identify, support, and respond to perinatal mental health needs in communities across the United States.
"At Momcozy, we believe that every parent, no matter where they live, deserves access to compassionate, professional mental health support," said Athena, Founder and CEO of Momcozy. "This partnership with PSI is a meaningful step toward building a healthier future for families by investing in the clinicians who are there to support them. By helping remove the financial barriers to specialized training, we hope to empower more professionals to bring critical perinatal mental health resources directly into their communities."
"Experiencing a perinatal mental health disorder is stressful, and many people experience fear, shame, or embarrassment. It can be difficult to find a place where you know providers will understand," said Wendy Davis, PhD, PMH-C, President and CEO of Postpartum Support International. "We are thrilled that Momcozy is making the PMH-C certification more accessible to providers via scholarship. The PMH-C makes it easier for affected parents to choose a provider they know will help them get better, and Momcozy is helping us grow the number of trained providers ready to help."
The scholarship program is open to US based licensed healthcare providers who are currently practicing in or serving underrepresented communities or areas identified as maternal mental health resource deserts.
Applications open on October 1 and close on October 31. Applicants will be evaluated based on their professional background, experience serving high-need communities, and their completed application form. The selection process will be conducted according to the program's published eligibility and selection criteria, and selected scholarship recipients will be announced on November 6.
Healthcare professionals interested in applying can learn more about the Momcozy × PSI Scholarship Fund and submit an application at momcozy-care-program. The scholarship is part of Momcozy's broader commitment to expanding access to practical, professional support for mothers across the pregnancy and postpartum journey.
About Momcozy
Momcozy was founded in 2018 with a clear purpose: to help moms feel more comfortable, confident, and supported during one of life's most meaningful and demanding transitions.
Today, Momcozy is a global leader in maternal innovation, redefining care through technology designed around real motherhood. Chosen by more than 6 million moms and families across 80 countries and regions, Momcozy holds the global #1 market share in wearable breast pump2 and continues to develop nursing bras, care essentials, and smart solutions that support moms from pregnancy through postpartum and beyond.
Recognizing that motherhood deserves more than products alone, Momcozy offers expert guidance, thoughtful technology, and a growing global community to support moms in who they are becoming. At the heart of Momcozy is a belief that motherhood isn't a destination, but a lifelong journey. Moms deserve to feel seen, supported, and empowered along the way.
Momcozy's products are sold directly on the brand's website and by major retailers such as Babylist, Walmart, Target, and Amazon. To learn more about Momcozy, visit www.momcozy.com
1. Momcozy global sales data as of June 2026. "Moms and families" is used to describe our brand audience.
2. Based on global market share of wearable breast pumps, Grand View Research 2025.
Momcozy is ranked No. 1 Globally in Wearable Breast Pump Sales Volume for Five Consecutive Years, 2021–2025.
Source: Frost & Sullivan research.
About Postpartum Support International
Founded by a new mother in 1987 to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional difficulties parents can experience during and after pregnancy, Postpartum Support International (PSI) offers a wealth of resources for a wide range of needs, situations, and audiences to give families the strongest and healthiest start possible through support and community. PSI offers support, resources, best-practice training, and certification for healthcare professionals and volunteer coordinators nationwide and in more than 30 countries. PSI is committed to eliminating stigma and ensuring that compassionate, high-quality care and support are available to all families. Need help? Call or text 1-800-944-4PPD (4773), visit Postpartum.net, or download the Connect by PSI app. For prescribing providers in the U.S., PSI operates a free perinatal psychiatric consultation program, at consultation@postpartum.net, staffed by PSI perinatal psychiatric experts who are specialists in the treatment of perinatal mental health disorders.
Program Details and Eligibility Notice
Eligibility is open to U.S.-based licensed healthcare providers, including Registered Nurses, Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs), IBCLCs, and Doulas currently practicing in or serving underrepresented or mental health resource-desert areas. Candidates are selected based on clinical background, service to high-need communities, and a 500-word motivation essay.
Momcozy and PSI may update program terms from time to time for legal, operational, or other legitimate program needs. Material changes affecting eligibility, selection criteria, deadlines, or scholarship terms will be posted on the application page. Unless required by law or necessary to protect the integrity of the program, material changes will not retroactively alter the criteria applicable to applications already submitted. Momcozy and PSI reserve the right to suspend or discontinue the scholarship program if required by law, regulatory requirements, or circumstances beyond their reasonable control.
Applicants should not include patient names, medical records, or other information that could identify a patient or other third party in their application materials. Applicants should review the applicable Privacy Policy before submitting an application.
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Momcozy Announces $100,000 Scholarship Fund to Expand Access to Perinatal Mental Health Certification
