Together by St. Jude

When their newborn daughter Nia was diagnosed with sickle cell disease, Emily and Quenton Mullins felt overwhelmed by the tests, treatments, and resources they needed to navigate.

They learned to deal with their challenges together as a family, and they now share what they know with other families.

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When treatment ends, some health problems may continue. In this episode of Caregivers SHARE, host Mark Brown, MDiv, and expert Jeanette Lavecchia, LCSW, talk with mom Carla Wyatt about the late effects of her son Brett’s treatment.

Hear about their experiences with life after illness and how they find joy and grace along the way. Listen now.

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Some medical treatments can make skin more sensitive to the sun and raise the risk of skin cancer.

With summer around the corner in the U.S., learn how you can protect your child’s skin and lower their risk while enjoying the summer fun.

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Each year in the United States, about 200 children are diagnosed with ependymoma, a rare tumor of the brain and spinal cord.

Learn the signs of ependymoma, what factors affect a child’s prognosis, and what long-term care looks like.

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Childhood cancer survivors may be at risk of hearing loss because some medicines and treatment can damage hearing.

Learn more about audiologists and how they can help with hearing loss, auditory processing disorders, and other related conditions.

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Immunotherapy is an emerging area of childhood cancer research and treatment. It helps the body fight cancer by teaching the immune system to find and attack cancer cells.

Visit the Together by St. JudeTM online resource to learn more about immunotherapy.

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This week, our team has been participating in the XVIII Meeting of CCI LATAM in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This is an important gathering of foundations, health professionals, and partners committed to improving outcomes for children with cancer across Latin America.

As part of the Innovative Programs and Services module, we shared how the Together by St. Jude™ online resource serves as a practical, trusted resource to support families navigating complex diagnoses and care journeys.

We are grateful to connect with so many dedicated organizations leading the way in patient-centered care. Together, we can ensure that every family—no matter where they live—has access to the knowledge and support they need.

Explore together.stjude.org to access resources available in English, Spanish, Portuguese and more languages.

Brain and spinal cord tumors are the second most common type of cancer in children.

Visit the Together by St. Jude™ online resource to learn about the types of brain and spinal tumors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and the support available for patient families.

Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors in Children and Teens Brain and spinal cord tumors in children can be benign or malignant. Learn how the central nervous system works and how these tumors are diagnosed and treated.

Beta thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder, meaning it is passed down in families through genes. Most people with the gene change do not have signs or symptoms of illness, so knowing family health history is crucial.

Learn how medical teams screen for and treat the condition.

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When a clinical trial becomes part of your child’s care, the questions can feel big. Hear a caregiver’s perspective and expert insight in this episode of Caregivers SHARE.

Carina Richardson talks with Clay Culp, LCSW, and Seth Karol, MD, about her son’s care and the process of a clinical trial.

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