The Together Team
The Together team will publish articles on the blog to keep you updated on topics relating to childhood cancer. We will also discuss what’s new on the Together website and highlight resources for families and patients. Our goal is to enhance "Togetherness" by staying connected with you.
Together is a comprehensive online resource for childhood cancer patients, survivors, and their families. We provide trustworthy medical information and connect readers with personally relevant topics in a clear, easy-to-use format.
Posts by The Together Team
My Cancer Survivor Story: Sandy Owen
September 22, 2022In 1972, doctors diagnosed 4-year-old Sandy Owen with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, the most common form of childhood cancer. She had less than a 50% chance of survival. Chemotherapy and radiation treatments cured her cancer. Now, 50 years later, she lives each day to the fullest.
Read this blog postMy Cancer Survivor Story: Choosing a clinical trial to overcome medulloblastoma
June 23, 2022Ricky Terry Jr. was diagnosed with medulloblastoma in 2016 when he was 22. At first, he thought he had migraines.
Read this blog postMy Cancer Survivor Story: Marty on Coming to Terms with Childhood Cancer
June 10, 2022Marty did not talk about his childhood cancer diagnosis for decades. Now he is sharing his childhood cancer survivor story.
Read this blog postA Closer Look at 30 Years of Medulloblastoma Advances
May 25, 2022Amar Gajjar, MD, pediatric medicine chair and oncology co-chair at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, is being honored with the 2022 Pediatric Oncology Award from the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
Read this blog postMay is Brain Tumor Awareness Month
May 5, 2022May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month in the United States. The Together by St. Jude ™ online resource has reliable information about brain tumor diagnosis, treatment, side effects, and supportive care. Share the Together by St. Jude resource with others.
Read this blog postTalking with Your Child’s Care Team about Your Radiation Safety Questions
January 19, 2022If you’re the parent of a childhood cancer patient, you might have questions about imaging tests and if the radiation involved is safe for your child. These tips can help you talk to your child’s care team.
Read this blog postWHO and St. Jude Work Together to Expand Access to Childhood Cancer Medicines
December 13, 2021The WHO and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital announced a new platform that will give children all over the world access to lifesaving cancer medicines.
Read this blog postAge-Appropriate Gift Ideas for Toys that Promote Development
November 24, 2021Looking for gift ideas for the children in your life? This list can help you find something fun and educational!
Read this blog postChildhood cancer survivors: Know your risks and take action to prevent breast cancer
October 21, 2021October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Some childhood and adolescent cancer survivors are more at risk for breast cancer than other women. Here is what childhood cancer survivors can do to prevent breast cancer.
Read this blog postSarah’s Story: Adopting after Childhood Cancer
October 14, 2021When Sarah and Toby wanted to grow their family, they knew adoption would be the right option for them. Meet this childhood cancer survivor and follow her adoption journey.
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