Jul 1, 2025, 8:00:00 AM
If you’ve been paying attention to the weather, you know that part of the country is in for extreme heat in the coming days. It likely won’t be the last time this summer! And while sweltering heat is uncomfortable for everyone, it poses some specific dangers for pediatric cancer patients,...
Jun 17, 2025, 9:00:00 AM
A cancer diagnosis changes everything for your child. It throws them into a scary, unknown world. It should come as no surprise, then, that cancer is a big source of stress! As a parent, you’re not only at the helm of their medical journey, but you’re also their emotional anchor.
Jun 3, 2025, 1:22:52 PM
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is world-shattering in the best of circumstances. It’s only more devastating when the patient is your child. You may never face this reality—and we hope you never do—but chances are, you know someone who will.
May 20, 2025, 10:00:00 AM
When your child has cancer, the last thing they need is another health concern on top of it. Unfortunately, they’re highly vulnerable to illness! Preventing infection in immunocompromised kids with cancer is critical, as their weakened immune systems make them susceptible to serious illness.
May 6, 2025, 9:00:00 AM
Two heads are better than one. Many hands make light work. Teamwork makes the dream work! We’ve all heard sayings about teamwork. But did you know that teamwork is valuable beyond team sports and putting IKEA furniture together? For kids with cancer, peer support significantly improves outcomes in...
Apr 22, 2025, 9:00:00 AM
It should come as no surprise that we here at Cancer Kickers are passionate about the impact sports can have on kids with cancer—our teammates! For us, sports and soccer imagery aren’t just about a cool look (we enjoy that, too) but about a sense of belonging and empowerment that comes from being ...
Apr 8, 2025, 9:00:00 AM
No parent ever wants to suspect – let alone confront the reality – that their child has cancer. But here’s the stark reality: cancer in children is rare, but early diagnosis is key to recovery. The sooner a physician can catch it, the better your child’s chances.
Mar 25, 2025, 9:00:00 AM
Trying to explain cancer to kids can be difficult. After all, most of us have never gone through anything like this. Even if we have, bringing it all down to a child’s level in a way that is honest, encouraging, and not scary is tough. Sometimes, we just need some help.
Mar 11, 2025, 9:00:00 AM
We’ve all heard stories about the power of music. Dementia patients recall old hymns and favorite tunes with shocking accuracy. Maybe you’ve just had your mood improved by a perfect playlist. Either way, people heal through the power of song.
Feb 25, 2025, 10:00:00 AM
Some moments freeze in time. The cold of a doctor’s office. The harsh fluorescent lights. The voice of the doctor, grimly empathetic, as they deliver the news both dreaded and never dreamed of: it’s cancer.
