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  • Meeting Congresswoman Kim Schrier’s Team!

    On November 26th, I met with Amy Zhou, the Senior Legislative Assistant to Congresswoman Kim Schrier! Congresswoman Schrier is the U.S. representative from Washington’s 8th congressional district and a pediatrician. Many of her policies are focused on making healthcare more equitable and accessible to all. In this meeting, we talked about CanSER’s National Outreach Campaign…

  • Meeting Rep. Kristine Reeves!

    Thank you so much to Rep. Kristine Reeves for speaking with me about CanSER’s national outreach campaign. We discussed the state of current cancer support care, and how individuals can make a difference by simply talking with their representatives and pushing for change. Rep. Reeves represents the 30th legislative district of Washington. Some of her…

  • Thank You Seattle Children’s CBDC Advisory Board!!

    On September 17, I was invited to speak to the Seattle Children’s Hospital’s Patient Advisory Board about my national outreach campaign! It was an amazing experience, and I got to hear the stories of so many incredibly strong patient families. I was also able to share about CanSER, our national outreach campaign, and my motivations…

  • Doing Your Research!

    Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a life-altering event that can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about the future. Amidst the flurry of emotions and medical appointments, it’s crucial for you to arm yourself with knowledge to make informed decisions about their treatment and care. Here we will explore 5 steps to be informed about…

  • Getting involved in the Community!- Pediatric Cancer Focus

    When dealing with the weight of a cancer diagnosis, especially that of your child, it can be incredibly overwhelming and daunting. Getting involved in local and national organizations can help provide a sense of community and belonging, and lift some of that stress of your shoulders. Furthermore, after your main journey with cancer is over,…

  • My Personal Experience with Cancer

    When you or a family member is diagnosed with cancer, your family will face the most unimaginable challenge you’ve had to overcome. Many families might even have to go through this journey entirely alone, and they won’t even know what kind of support they are missing out on. The strength of a community is vital…

  • Why One-on-One Emotional Support?

    In the US in 2023, every minute, there were an estimated 4 new cases and 1 death. Cancer affects an estimated 1.9 million people yearly in the United States alone.  Physical Toll of Diagnosis, Treatment, and Post-Treatment Life The scale of these numbers is nothing short of drastic, underscoring the profound impact of cancer on…

  • Navigating Cancer Treatment: A Researching Guide

    When you or your child is diagnosed with cancer, it can be the single most daunting and scary challenge you have ever had to overcome. However, with the support of your family, friends, healthcare team, and CanSER, you can make it through! One of the first important steps as a caregiver/patient is to research treatment…

  • Breast Cancer- Advances in Early Detection

    Breast cancer is a global health concern that affects millions of women each year. The key to effective treatment and improved survival rates lies in early detection.  According to the American College of Radiology, women screened regularly for breast cancer have a 47 percent lower risk of dying from the disease within 20 years of…

  • Run it back: A Timeline of Breast Cancer Treatment Development

    Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women around the world.  Here is a timeline of the development of treatment for Breast Cancer, and how our perception of the disease has changed.  BCE-Renaissance Breast cancer has been known since ancient times. For example, Hippocrates described breast cancer stages in the early 400s B.C.E. In…

  • Exploring Common Types of Pediatric Cancer

    Pediatric cancer, though relatively rare compared to adult cancers, remains a significant health concern, impacting the lives of many children and their families. Understanding the common types of pediatric cancer is essential for early detection and improved treatment outcomes. Leukemia is the most prevalent type of cancer in children. It accounts for almost 1 out…

  • What is Breast Cancer?

    Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. It can occur in both men and women, although it is far more common in women. Most breast cancers begin in the ducts or lobules. Breast cancer can spread outside the breast through blood vessels and lymph vessels. When breast…

  • Empowering Breast Cancer Patients: A Guide to Essential Resources

    A breast cancer diagnosis can be a challenging and overwhelming experience for individuals and their loved ones. CanSER’s Cancer Concierge program aims to provide experiential and emotional support to Breast Cancer patients/caretakers. We are an all-volunteer-run program, and our one and only goal is to help make your cancer journey just a little bit easier. …

  • Fred Hutch Obliteride 2023

    Fred Hutch Obliteride 2023 This year I participated in the 2023 Fred Hutch Obliteride. I fundraised $1445.00 (140% of my goal!) to support cancer research and prevention at Fred Hutch. Check out my fundraising page and some pics!

  • Breast Cancer- A new drug addressing Estrogen Receptor mutations

    The incidence of breast cancer is caused by a multitude of factors in your body, one of these being hormonal imbalances. Estrogen, a group of hormones that promotes the development of the female reproductive system (think of it like the opposite of testosterone), can often play a major role in promoting breast cancer tumor growth. …

  • Breast Cancer Survivorship: Remission

    What does remission mean? Remission is essentially when there are no more signs of cancer in your body, or the existing tumor is too small to detect. However, this does not ensure that you are “cured”, as undetectable cancer cells can still be living in your body. Because of this, keeping up with follow-up care…

  • CAR T-cell Therapy for Pediatric Leukemia

    CAR T-cell therapy (Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cells) has been on the rise as an immunotherapy treatment. It entails your T-cells being removed from your bloodstream and sent to a lab, where they are genetically engineered to target and destroy cancer cells more effectively. They are then put back into the bloodstream, with the hope that…

  • Screening for Breast Cancer

    Breast cancer is the 2nd most common cancer type in women in the US. However, remission is much more attainable when diagnosed early, which is why it is imperative to keep up with Breast Cancer screening and know your risk factors.  Common risk factors for Breast Cancer are:  Although many of these factors are inherent,…

  • Advances in TNBC Treatment

    Every year, around 240,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Every year, around 42,000 women die from cancer. Although survival rates have been increasing, constantly working to improve screening methods, treatments, and maintenance therapies is crucial to beating breast cancer.  Breast cancer is categorized based on if they 1) work with estrogen/progesterone receptors and if…

  • Tips for Caretakers of Pediatric Cancer Patients

    As parents or caregivers of kids with cancer, you take on an immense burden of both supporting yourself and your child under the enormous pressure of cancer. Although it may sometimes feel overwhelming or frightening, keep in mind that CanSER is here to support you and your child on your journey. Here are some tips…

  • Rakhis n’ Cookies

    I am making handmade Origami Lotus Rakhis and my signature thumbprint cookies for the Indian holiday, Raksha Bandhan. All of the proceeds will be donated to Seattle Children’s Hospital for teen cancer! I am proud to say that I have raised $719.00!

  • Vocab Cab

    Vocab Cab is a fun (and free) program meant to help kids learn new and exciting vocabulary through fun stories! Through this initiative, I raised over $420.00!

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