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Visionaries look to the future—and see infinite possibility. They challenge the status quo—and make the impossible possible. They boldly imagine a better world – and lead the charge to create it. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) was built on that same vision - of a better world - one without blood cancers. Through research, advocacy, support, and education, the LLS is fighting blood cancer. The shirts below can be ordered to help support my team in the fight! https://lnkd.in/gw9-AZU4

Check out this amazing #ThyCaConf23 video: "Get 'schooled:' Educational accommodations & advocacy for children diagnosed with thyroid cancer." Presented by Pam Mendenhall, LISW, ThyCa Pediatric Support Moderator. Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/gveSmh2s #ThyroidCancer #ThyCa #ThyroidCancerSurvivor #ThyCaSurvivor #ThyroidCancerWarrior #ThyCaWarrior

October is a powerful month of awareness and advocacy. 💜🎀 It's Domestic Violence Awareness Month AND Breast Cancer Awareness Month, two causes that affect countless lives in profound ways. 💜 Domestic Violence Awareness: It’s time to break the silence, empower survivors, and stand against abuse in all its forms. No one should ever feel unsafe in their own home or relationship. Let’s continue to support, uplift, and fight for those impacted by domestic violence. 🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness: Early detection saves lives. As a breast cancer survivor, I know firsthand the importance of self-exams, regular screenings, and support through the fight as a breast cancer survivor. Together, we can continue raising awareness and supporting breast cancer research. Let’s stand strong this month—for our health, our safety, and our future. #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #SurvivorStrong #EndDomesticViolence #BreastCancerWarrior #SupportAndStrength #BreastCancerSurvivor

Congrats to Team Ebinger for winning a Gold Banner & Student Choice Award! They will be representing Chicago and the Students In Action Youth Summit in September. Reflecting on local students who had lost their battles within the past few years, Team Ebinger felt that supporting pediatric cancer patients would be a way to further support our community as well. Their goals: Bring joy to children who are battling cancer: Team Ebinger collected over 500 items and assembled over 50 gift bags that included items of comfort and need such as blankets, stuffed animals, coloring materials, activity books, personal care items, hats, headscarves, fidgets and small toys. These gift bags were delivered to Advocate Children's hospital and a higher need hospital downtown Chicago. Spread awareness to our school and community about the importance of supporting this cause: Team Ebinger also planned and hosted a pediatric cancer awareness week in which the entire school participated. Each day of the week highlighted a different organization that raises money for cancer awareness. Team members also educated each classroom about the gift item collection and the importance of supporting children who are suffering and included information in our school wide newsletters and social media pages. This team of 24 students, engaged with over 100 volunteers to impact numerous students, school administrators, cancer patients and neighbors. "Although spreading awareness and informing others is really helpful the fact that we were able to actually collect stuff and distribute to people really made a difference, which is really special." #sia4good #MultiplyingGood #StudentsInAction #NoGiveUpInUs #MollyStrong #PediatricCancerAwareness Multiplying Good

Join the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and the Oncology Nursing Society for a discussion on cancer inequities faced by Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. This discussion will explore how disaggregated data, culturally competent care, and equitable patient navigation can significantly improve cancer outcomes for these communities.

#DYK that over 70 #Lasker Laureates have been recognized for research, advocacy, or policy that improved #cancer care? Learn how research has improved patient outcomes: http://ow.ly/2Aho50Ny9BF #NationalCancerControlMonth #SupportMedicalResearch @ResearchAmerica

Supporting Families Through Child Cancer We’re honoured to partner with Child Cancer Foundation (CCF) as they walk alongside children and their families on their cancer journey and work towards advancements in child cancer care. Since 2020, CCF has collaborated with Huber Social to measure and maximise their impact. By continually applying insights and lessons from each year's measurement, CCF has been dedicated to delivering the best possible support to families going through child cancer in New Zealand. We’re delighted to share the results of CCF’s 2023-24 measurement detailed in their fourth annual Social Impact Report. Highlights from this year’s findings include: * Overall wellbeing of CCF families has been maintained. * On average, CCF families reported feeling less overwhelmed with greater access to support services. * Encouraging healthy partner relationships among families offers an opportunity to maximise impact. * CCF supported bereaved families in their resilience. Find out more about CCF’s 2023-24 Social Impact in the full report: Child Cancer Foundation Shannyn Hansen Monica Briggs MNZM Kerry Price Maddie Walker Natalie Baigent Michelle Macaskill Georgina Camp Brett Nan Tie Simon Vaughan Olivia Webster #socialimpact #socialimpactmeasurement #hubersocial #childcancerfoundation

Our consumers and their researcher partners make a difference every day by contributing significantly to our advocacy and awareness initiatives. Read what they have to say about their partnerships, what motivates them and how they work together to support cancer research. To read more about how it works, click https://lnkd.in/giHYkY2F #CancerVoices #ConsumerRepresntatitve #CancerAwareness #CancerAdvocacy #HopeForChange #AdvocacyMatters #CancerCare #CommunitySupport #CancerCare

Patient advocates are fundamental to advancing cancer outcomes. So if you or your loved one is living with lung cancer and you're interested in or already involved in patient advocacy, be sure to join this discussion one week from today. In episode 1 of a 3-part series, our Chair Yvonne Diaz and these talented advocates will lead a discussion on how to get more involved. Save the date: Weds, 29 May at 12pm ET/5pm UK. More info and Zoom details at: https://lnkd.in/ekJhfwfP. #PatientAdvocacy #PatientVoice #Advocacy #lungcancer #Stage4