World Sickle Cell Day is June 19
Since its founding, St. Jude has been a leader in improving standards of care for people with sickle cell disease. Today, St. Jude has one of the largest sickle cell programs in the country, serving about 900 patients a year. These are the stories of a few of those patients, and one of them who was remarkably cured.
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News & Updates
'There’s a lot of work that needs to be done’
Dr. Sara M. Federico, an internationally recognized leader in pediatric oncology, heads the Solid Tumor Division at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Storied Lives
St. Jude provided a foundation to help Courtney live her best life
Meet Courtney Davis, an investment banker on Wall Street, living her best life while managing sickle cell disease. Learn how St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has helped her exceed expectations.
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Storied Lives
First to be cured of sickle cell disease, Kimberlin relishes the joy of each day
Uncover the challenges and miracles behind bone marrow transplants as a treatment for sickle cell disease.
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Around the World
St. Jude doctors successfully develop early warning systems to help kids with cancer in Latin America
Dr. Asya Agulnik, who directs the St. Jude Global Critical Care Program, worked with doctors and nurses in hospitals across Latin America to implement Pediatric Early Warning Systems, showing that the intervention saves lives.
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Moms know best
Moms know best
Parenting advice from moms of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, funny and poignant, about what works, what doesn’t and what’s most important. Anyone who loves a child can learn a lot from these moms.
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Possibilities
Daughter and mom celebrate graduation together at St. Jude
The milestones of life still happen, even for families at St. Jude. In fact, celebrations are often that much sweeter.
New St. Jude Podcast episodes available now
Intimate conversations with the patients, families, staff and supporters of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.® Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music.
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Possibilities
Teen Kiki and her pal, service dog Asher, navigate life after cancer treatment
marzo 22, 2024
Kiki was diagnosed with a brain stem tumor at age ten. Her long journey has led her to where she is now, managing her health and wellbeing with the help of her family, service dog and St. Jude.
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Women Who Inspire
Women Who Inspire: Angelique C. Graham Harlan
marzo 1, 2024
Explore the touching narrative of Angelique C. Graham Harlan, a dedicated nurse whose career was shaped by her personal battle with cancer and the unwavering support she received from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Storied Lives
A Mother’s Gratitude
marzo 20, 2024
Celebrate Jordyn's journey from battling leukemia to becoming a champion gymnast and track athlete. Join us in honoring her resilience and success..
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News & Updates
St. Jude portal offers unprecedented access to share and analyze data on childhood cancer survivors
mayo 15, 2024
Explore the groundbreaking St. Jude survivorship portal featured in Cancer Discovery, offering an integrated research system with over 400 million genetic variants from childhood cancer survivors. Discover how this open-access portal accelerates discoveries in pediatric cancer survivorship research, housing extensive data on treatment effects and long-term health outcomes.
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Possibilities
Natalie got a second chance – and then a third – at St. Jude
noviembre 29, 2023
Experience the overwhelming whirlwind of emotions as Nicole's family deals with a fractured arm, a potential cancer diagnosis, and the unexpected support from loved ones during their ordeal.
