Penn State College of Medicine, Beat Childhood Cancer Research Consortium and Four Diamonds launch clinical trial that aims to combat solid tumors
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Research: Beat Childhood Cancer
The Beat Childhood Cancer Research Consortium is a group of 54+ universities and children's hospitals
We are so proud of Dr. Behura and the whole team who made this trial possible, creating a new option for therapy for children with Neuroblastoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma and Osteosarcoma! Currently open at Penn State Health Penn State Health Children's HospitalA new hope for childhood cancer. 💛
Penn State College of Medicine, in collaboration with the Research: Beat Childhood Cancer, Four Diamonds, and Senhwa Biosciences, Inc., is launching a national study led by Chandrika Behura, MD, to evaluate a promising new treatment for solid tumors in children and young adults.
If you’re interested in learning more or know someone who may benefit, visit: bit.ly/4epJWle
Although September and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month have ended, our commitment to spreading awareness and hope for children fighting these devastating diseases must continue. Let’s keep the momentum going and support these brave kids every day.
Gustavo is another one of those brave kids from Brazil. "Gustavo was very happy to see snow for the first time during his treatment trip to Penn State Health Children's Hospital. It was a unique experience in his life. He said: "My life is insane, but it’s also extraordinary!" He was referring to the challenges he faces due to the treatment, but also to the blessings he receives."
"Matilde is always in a good mood, with a big smile and always has a word of encouragement for the children who are with her in this fight!" We are honored to help her in this fight.
Matilde is from Portugal. Portugal is a country rich in history and culture, known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant cities. It’s famous for its beautiful coastline, including the Algarve’s golden beaches and the dramatic cliffs of the Azores. Portugal is also renowned for its delicious cuisine, featuring dishes like bacalhau (salted cod) and pastel de nata (custard tarts).
"In South Africa we braai (barbecue) in any weather. Two unique foods that originate from South Africa are biltong and droewors:
- Biltong is a type of dried, cured meat that originated in South Africa typically made from beef, but it can also be made from game meats like ostrich or kudu. It’s somewhat similar to beef jerky but usually thicker than jerky and can be either chewy or slightly crumbly.
- Droëwors, which translates to “dry sausage,” is another popular South African snack. Droëwors has a dry, chewy texture and a savory, slightly spicy flavor. It’s often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer.
The diversity of cultures in South Africa and our wildlife are also very beautiful.
Kyra is unique and definitely one of a kind. She loves to sing and dance, she is always happy even when she was going through treatment she was always happy. She loves people and get along with anyone. She always helps those less fortunate, she will give her last money to make a difference. She also remembers all her friends that have passed due to this horrible sickness and she talks about them regularly. To see how she grew up and formed as a little girl is such a blessing!"
"For whom the bell tolls by Metallica is the song that makes Santino go nuts. The youngest and biggest Metallica fan in the world. No Bluey, no Peppa Pig and no other cartoons on TV while on chemo...just Metallica live. No teddy bears, dolls or crayons...just his guitar. He found something he loved and he made music his partner along the way.
We come, literally, from the end of this planet. The longest country in the world with awesome sights and good food. But cancer came in, we had to leave, seek help in Spain, in the United
States and in heaven. And although we didn’t go that high, we met angels. If you’re reading this, you’re somehow related to Beat Childhood Cancer. If you’re involved, you’re an angel too.
Fortunately, mi son Santino won his fight, but there are many others counting on you, counting on research, depending on faith, trusting fundraising to live. Many people are crawling through hell, watching their kids struggling. Please, help. Please, get involved. Please care. As a father, I wish you never go through something like childhood cancer and if you are you can count on angels, just like we did in the end of the world. No one can promise that you’ll win. That’s an uncomfortable truth, but I can promise you’ll find love, humanity, caring and warmth on the way. Hold on to that. Maybe someone at the end of the world, like in Chile, is sending all his love and positive energy so you can win, just like a little kid from Chile did. Thanks to medicine, doctors, research, and angels!"
This is Petros from Greece.
“We chose this photo because Petros loves riding the local subway ("Athens metro") and insists on visiting all stations of ALL lines. Sometimes we may hop on Ilioupoli (our home suburb), go through Acropolis and Thiseio, completely ignore the museums and historical sites there, change the line at Monastiraki station and end up in Piraeus (Greece's major port, where he can visit his favorite soccer team's arena: Olympiacos' Karaskakis stadium.
Every ride is a new adventure!”
