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Rochester family leans on local charity during toddler's leukemia battle
local-news18 days ago

Rochester family leans on local charity during toddler's leukemia battle

In Rochester, 2-year-old Kate Matteson was diagnosed with a rare form of pediatric leukemia and, after treatment at Golisano Children’s Hospital, is in remission. The family credits C.U.R.E. Childhood Cancer Association for practical support—food and parking vouchers and gifts—that eased the burden. Local efforts, including Monroe County Undersheriff Korey Brown’s 5K-a-days fundraiser (which has raised over $50,000 for C.U.R.E.) and a supporting golf tournament, continue to help families facing childhood cancer in the community.

via WHEC.com|
#fundraising#leukemia#local-charity
Family history and cancer risk: what the science says
health2 months ago

Family history and cancer risk: what the science says

A Washington Post Well+Being article explains that while family history can influence cancer risk, most cancers are not inherited; only about 12% are linked to inherited genetic mutations. Genetic testing can identify predispositions, but having relatives with cancer does not guarantee you’ll get it. Focus on modifiable factors—healthy lifestyle and regular screenings—to reduce risk, and discuss individualized risk with your doctor.

via The Washington Post|
#cancer#diseases-and-conditions#genetic-testing
Nivea Announces Leukemia Diagnosis at 44, Shifting Focus to Music and Engineering
entertainment2 months ago

Nivea Announces Leukemia Diagnosis at 44, Shifting Focus to Music and Engineering

44-year-old singer Nivea revealed on Cadillac Chronicles that she was diagnosed with leukemia earlier this year and is undergoing treatment; she says everything is going great and remains grateful for life, while returning to her music and pursuing audio engineering studies, all while balancing motherhood to her four children.

via Page Six|
#audio-engineering#cancer#entertainment
Vacation Pain Unmasks Leukemia in 10-Year-Old Larissa
health5 months ago

Vacation Pain Unmasks Leukemia in 10-Year-Old Larissa

Larissa Fellows, a 10-year-old girl from the UK, fell ill during a 2024 family vacation in the United States with leg pains and other symptoms initially blamed on travel. After a rapid decline and an induced coma, she died in New York on Aug. 28, 2024; doctors later determined leukemia as the cause, a diagnosis made in October. Her family launched the Larissa Foundation and have since raised over $90,000 to raise leukemia awareness and support other families.

via Yahoo|
#child-health#health#larissa-fellows
Leukemia patient weds in a five-day whirlwind ceremony
health5 months ago

Leukemia patient weds in a five-day whirlwind ceremony

Alana Matthews, a 27-year-old diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, organized an impromptu wedding with her partner Charlie in just five days after doctors said there were no further treatment options, a day described as emotional and beautiful. She died weeks later, and her best friend Katie Powell has since raised thousands for Blood Cancer UK to honor her memory and encourage others to trust their instincts and seek answers when something feels wrong.

via Yahoo|
#acute-myeloid-leukemia#blood-cancer#health
Mono Suspected, Leukemia Found: A Teen's Life-Saving Bone Marrow from His Sister
health6 months ago

Mono Suspected, Leukemia Found: A Teen's Life-Saving Bone Marrow from His Sister

At 17, Jody White was suspected to have glandular fever (mono) after muffled hearing, but a blood test revealed acute undifferentiated leukemia. He was told he might die within two weeks without treatment, underwent chemotherapy, faced pneumonia and ICU care, and ultimately received a bone marrow transplant from his younger sister Jessie. The transplant saved him, and after a decade of monitoring he was deemed cured.

via Yahoo News New Zealand|
#acute-undifferentiated-leukemia#bone-marrow-transplant#cancer-survival