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First Pediatric Exercise Oncology Congress (PEOC).
S Nicole Culos-Reed1, Miriam Götte2
1Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4, Canada.
Current Oncology (Toronto, Ont.)
|May 26, 2023
Summary
The 1st Pediatric Exercise Oncology Congress convened international experts to share research on exercise interventions for childhood cancer survivors. Key findings from 24 abstracts highlighted advancements in pediatric oncology care.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Exercise Oncology
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Childhood Cancer Research
Background:
- The 1st Pediatric Exercise Oncology Congress, held virtually on April 7-8, 2022, marked an inaugural international gathering.
- The event convened multidisciplinary professionals including clinicians, researchers, and community organizations focused on pediatric exercise oncology.
- Key stakeholders from exercise, rehabilitation medicine, psychology, nursing, and medicine participated.
Framework:
- The congress featured 24 selected abstracts presented as 10-15 minute oral presentations.
- Five invited speakers delivered 20-minute presentations.
- Two keynote speakers delivered 45-minute presentations, addressing critical topics in the field.
Implementation:
- Abstracts covered a range of research in pediatric exercise oncology.
- Presentations focused on the application of exercise in the care of children with cancer.
- The virtual format facilitated broad international participation.
Implications:
- The congress successfully disseminated current research and best practices in pediatric exercise oncology.
- It fostered collaboration among diverse professionals dedicated to improving outcomes for childhood cancer patients.
- The presented work contributes to the growing body of evidence supporting exercise as a crucial component of cancer care.
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