Childhood cancer

childhood cancer
(Y)our stories
sophie tsairis
(Y)our Stories
In Heaviness and Light

Sophie Tsairis’ doctors warned that her childhood cancer treatment could lead to early menopause, but every passing decade pushed this fact further from her mind. That is, until her early thirties, when she was forced to confront the reason behind a body and mind she was struggling to recognize.

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cure childhood cancer
Childhood Cancers
The CURE Is Out There

CURE Childhood Cancer’s advancements in research and funding provide hope that one day all children will live cancer-free.

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cancer coach
Ask the Cancer Coach
What Comes Next: Fall 2021

Supporting a child going through cancer isn’t always easy, but there are ways to help. Cancer coach Mirela Kopier explores how to navigate this uniquely difficult situation.

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DEVON STILL
(Y)our Stories
Braving the Battle

Former NFL player Devon Still and United Therapeutics Oncology are teaming up through Braving NeuroBLASToma to provide a playbook for the rare childhood cancer—and for Still, it’s personal.

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CHANTELLE KRANGLE
(Y)our Stories
#FighterFriday: Chantelle Krangle

Chantelle Krangle knows all too well that surviving childhood cancer doesn’t end when you reach adulthood. Cancer has left a lingering legacy for the 27 year old as she works to move forward in life two decades after a diagnosis.

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HPV
Childhood Cancers
Closing the Gap

HPV-related cancer types could be eradicated in the near future if all children receive a vaccine. So why are many young boys not getting the shot?

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NFL ROBBIE GOULD
(Y)our Stories
Going for the GOULD

Famed NFL kicker Robbie Gould has turned the 2020-2021 football season into something unusual—a fundraiser for pediatric cancer.

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INSTAGRAM CANCER
(Y)our Stories
#NoFilter

Social media has provided a platform for cancer warriors and thrivers to unapologetically share their journey while offering support and resources. Here’s six of our fave follow-worthy influencers doing just that.

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DANIEL MULROONEY ST JUDES
Ask the Doctor
Ask the Doctor

Dr. Daniel Mulrooney of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee answers your questions about childhood cancer and survivorship.

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BEAR NECESSITIES
(Y)our Stories
Bear-able Hope

Bear Necessities raises awareness and funds for childhood cancer research, but until a cure is discovered once and for all, this nonprofit is on a quest to make each child’s day shine a little bit brighter.

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CHILDHOOD CANCER ART THERAPY
(Y)our Stories
Sweet Child of Mine

For children dealing with a world of uncertainty, art can be a useful and comforting way to induce mindfulness and joy.

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CHILDHOOD CANCER
Childhood Cancers
Treating with Kid Gloves

Childhood cancer research lags far behind research into adult treatments, but the risk of negative health effects later in life demands these cancers get the same support—and federal dollars.

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ALEX'S LEMONADE STAND
Childhood Cancers
When Life Hands You Lemons

Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation started with one little girl on a very important mission: Raising money for research to benefit the lives of others like her.

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SOPHIE CANCER JOURNEY
(Y)our Stories
Somebody That I Used to Know

At just 30 years old, Sophie has been in remission from cancer for 23 years, but the trauma of surviving childhood cancer can’t be ignored, despite Sophie’s best efforts to stifle the memories.

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CHICAGO WOLVES
Breast Cancer
Chicago Wolves

While the Chicago Wolves are proud of their four league championships, they feel just as proud of their relationship with hockey fans, which enabled Chicago Wolves Charities to raise more than $4 million for local organizations.

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