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Let’s Talk About DIPG and DMG Diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) gained notoriety in the 1960s when astronaut Neil Armstrong’s 2-year-old daughter passed away from the devastating disease seven years before her father’s infamous first steps on the moon. Despite advancements in medical research and treatment for other cancers over the past six decades, DIPG and diffuse midline glioma (DMG) survival […] September 17, 2024

Returning to School After a Brain Tumor Diagnosis: What Parents Need to Know Many parents feel back-to-school jitters as the new school year begins, but these emotions can be amplified when your child is returning to school after a brain tumor diagnosis. The road back to the classroom after surgery and/or treatment can be complex. To help, we’ve gathered insights from experts and families who have been through […] September 5, 2024

Notes of Courage: Kai’s Childhood Cancer Story Eleven-year-old Kai C. sits down at his piano and masterfully plays his own composed song. The elementary student with an ear for music amazes his mother, Kari, as he improvises and creates pieces. With how effortlessly he moves over the keys, it might be hard to believe that Kai has experienced two recurrences, seven surgeries, […] August 26, 2024

Pediatric Ependymoma Patient’s Attitude Inspires Community Two-year-old Kevin M. lies in his hospital bed watching his beloved Puppy Dog Pals show, oblivious to the monitors beeping around him as a pediatric patient with ependymoma. His parents, Danielle and Duane, are nearby, trying to keep the toddler entertained between the pokes and prods that come with being in the hospital. Kevin’s nurse […] September 28, 2023

Beloved Stuffed Animal Provides Comfort to Jacob and His Family Five-year-old Jacob M. clutched his beloved Mr. Puddles — a tuxedo cat stuffed animal that traveled everywhere Jacob went — as he walked back for radiation. Mr. Puddles provided comfort to the little boy during his many appointments after he was diagnosed with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG). With Mr. Puddles beside him, Jacob never […] May 17, 2023