About the Study

The SJLIFE cohort was established in 2007 to address knowledge deficits about the health of adults treated for cancer during childhood and adolescence.

Study Objectives/Aims

The objective of the St. Jude LIFE study is to establish a lifetime cohort of childhood cancer survivors to facilitate longitudinal clinical evaluation of health outcomes in aging adults surviving pediatric cancer.

Specific aims are to 1) determine prevalence and latency of late effects; 2) identify multifactorial predictors of adverse outcomes; 3) develop risk profiles for adverse health outcomes across the age spectrum; and 4) use data to guide health screening and risk-reducing interventions.

Learn More About the Study

  • Organizational Structure

    The steering committee and working groups for St. Jude LIFE promote ingenuity, foster collaboration, and provide oversight. Learn more about this structure and process.

  • Study Design

    The St. Jude LIFE study includes retrospective analysis, prospective annual clinical assessments, and questionnaires. Review the study design and research methods.

  • Study Timeline

    Activated in 2007, view key milestones in the St. Jude LIFE study over the past 10+ years, including recruitment and on-site follow-up.

  • Core Infrastructure Activities

    Multiple areas of support, from internal research groups to external resources and collaborators, make St. Jude LIFE possible. Find out more about this infrastructure.

  • Grants

    Find a full listing of all funded grant applications, principle investigators, funding agencies, and awarded amounts for St. Jude LIFE, including applications submitted.

  • Concept / Ancillary Studies

    Learn about concept and ancillary studies on the St. Jude LIFE Study.

  • Publications

    Over 100 peer-reviewed, scientific journal articles and publications have been published from the St. Jude LIFE study. Get a full list of these publications to date.

  • Newsletters

    View newsletters from the St. Jude LIFE study to keep up to date on the study's findings and progress.