#pediatric-cancer tag

fromwww.theguardian.com

US judge rules ICE illegally detained man whose daughter is battling cancer

The detention by immigration authorities of a Chicago man whose 16-year-old daughter is undergoing treatment for advanced cancer is illegal, and he must be given a bond hearing by 31 October, a federal judge has ruled. Attorneys for Ruben Torres Maldonado, 40, who was detained on 18 October, have petitioned for his release as his deportation case goes through the system.

US politics

Medicine

fromTODAY.com

3 weeks ago

She Complained of Leg Pain at 4 Years Old. It Was the 1st Sign of Cancer

Four-year-old Bryn Ailinger developed acute lymphoblastic leukemia after sudden leg pain, prompting immediate hospital admission and initiation of chemotherapy via implanted port.

US politics

fromwww.independent.co.uk

1 month ago

Tragic parents fail in bid to claim 100k charity cash for terminally ill daughter

The Independent seeks donations to fund journalism and reports a bereaved family's bid to claim nearly £100,000 in charity funds for their terminally ill daughter.

Non-profit organizations

fromABC7 Los Angeles

1 month ago

PA nurse helps families like her own through 'Compassion United Havertown'

A Havertown nurse's Facebook plea after her children's cancer diagnoses led neighbors to form Compassion United Havertown, a nonprofit supporting families in need.

Medicine

fromABC7 Chicago

2 months ago

5-year-old celebrates cancer victory with Make-A-Wish trip to Disney

Five-year-old Holly Carter beat stage-four Burkitt lymphoma in three months and will celebrate with her family on a Make-A-Wish trip to Disney World.

Miami Dolphins

fromESPN.com

4 months ago

Mayfield, Wirfs among Buccaneers to dye hair at 'Cut and Color Funds the Cure' event

The Buccaneers' Cut and Color event brings together players and pediatric cancer survivors to raise awareness and funds for pediatric cancer research.

NYC LGBT

fromNew York Post

5 months ago

Memorial Sloan Kettering prom gives kids with cancer a chance to celebrate: 'I feel like a queen'

The Pediatric Prom offers a joyful escape for young cancer patients, creating cherished memories and a supportive community atmosphere.

Women in technology

fromsfist.com

5 months ago

Notable Humans: Berkeley Teen Takes on World's Toughest Swims to Raise Money for Pediatric Cancer

Maya Merhige completes her fourth Oceans Seven swim at 17, pushing boundaries while raising funds for pediatric cancer research.

Tim Friede's self-experimentation with snake venom seeks to create a universal antivenom, potentially saving thousands of lives.

Brighid Kohl's anti-bullying program empowers students and promotes leadership in fostering inclusivity at her college.

#pediatric-cancer#pediatric-cancer