Running to Kick Pediatric Cancer's Arse
This August I will, once again, be running the Falmouth Road Race, a 7 mile run, as part of the Dana-Farber Jimmy Fund team as we raise money for pediatric cancer research.
This race, and team, are near and dear to my heart. As some of you know, one of Lucy's friends, Adelia, was diagnosed last Feb. with an aggressive brain cancer with no known cure at this time. Lucy describes Adelia as a kind friend who makes her feel happy and both share a love for being creative, reading & rainbows. Adelia is an amazing soul and no child or family deserves the year that they've had.
This year, our team's funds are going directly to the new and desperately needed Brain Tumor Center that bridges Dana Farber and Boston Children's Hospital. This center is being spearheaded by Dr. Baird, arguably the best pediatric neurosurgeon in the world (Adelia's neurosurgeon), and Dr. Filbin, one of the most brilliant and motivated researchers in this space. This center strives to develop personalized, precision medicine, where they can deliver rapid real-time molecular analysis to allow more effective treatments to start sooner. The center will also be developing support systems for families, a vital necessity and currently a missing piece in providing high quality continuum of care.
Please consider donating. Any amount, no matter the size, adds up to provide patients with compassionate, personalized care & keeps DFC at the forefront of cancer research and medicine.
Much love,
Jessi & Lucy
