The Childhood Cancer Perspective

In this episode, Curtis Vallier speaks with Daniel, a fathersharing his journey through his daughter Lily's diagnosis of neuroblastoma. Daniel recounts the initial symptoms, the challenges of diagnosis, and the extensive treatment process, including chemotherapy, bone marrow transplants,and the emotional toll it took on their family. They discuss the importance of awareness, the impact of orga...

In this episode, Curtis Vallier speaks with Daniel, a fathersharing his journey through his daughter Lily's diagnosis of neuroblastoma. Daniel recounts the initial symptoms, the challenges of diagnosis, and the extensive treatment process, including chemotherapy, bone marrow transplants,and the emotional toll it took on their family. They discuss the importance of awareness, the impact of orga...

In this conversation, Curtis Vallier and Blair Dreessen discuss the profound impact of brain cancer on families, emphasizing the importance of community support, open communication, and the challenges of navigating grief. Blair shares her personal journey as a wife and mother, detailing her husband's diagnosis and the emotional toll it has taken on their family. They explore the complexities o...

In this conversation, Curtis Vallier and Blair Dreessen discuss the profound impact of brain cancer on families, emphasizing the importance of community support, open communication, and the challenges of navigating grief. Blair shares her personal journey as a wife and mother, detailing her husband's diagnosis and the emotional toll it has taken on their family. They explore the complexities o...

About Us - Carthera (4) Michael Canney, Ph. D. | LinkedIn In this episode, Curtis Vallier speaks with Dr. MichaelCanney, Chief Scientific Officer at Carthera, about innovative treatments forbrain cancer, particularly glioblastoma. They discuss the challenges posed bythe blood-brain barrier and how ultrasound technology can temporarily disruptit to enhance drug delivery. The conversation also cover...

"About Brady Lucas: Author, Cancer Survivor, and Advocate | Smiles Make the World Go Round" | Brady Lucas Author In this episode of the Childhood Cancer Perspective, CurtisVallier speaks with Brady Lucas, a childhood cancer survivor, about his journeythrough cancer treatment and the long-term effects that accompany it. Theydiscuss the importance of prevention in childhood cancer, the rol...

"About Brady Lucas: Author, Cancer Survivor, and Advocate | Smiles Make the World Go Round" | Brady Lucas Author In this episode of the Childhood Cancer Perspective, CurtisVallier speaks with Brady Lucas, a childhood cancer survivor, about his journeythrough cancer treatment and the long-term effects that accompany it. Theydiscuss the importance of prevention in childhood cancer, the role of advoc...

In this conversation, Curtis Vallier and Kim Frederickdiscuss the harrowing journey of Kim's daughter, who was diagnosed withHodgkin's lymphoma. They explore the initial signs and symptoms, the challengesof diagnosis, the whirlwind of treatment, and the emotional toll on the family. Kim shares insights into the side effects of chemotherapy, the importance oftrusting parental instincts, and...

In this conversation, Curtis Vallier and Kim Frederickdiscuss the harrowing journey of Kim's daughter, who was diagnosed withHodgkin's lymphoma. They explore the initial signs and symptoms, the challengesof diagnosis, the whirlwind of treatment, and the emotional toll on the family. Kim shares insights into the side effects of chemotherapy, the importance oftrusting parental instincts, and...

In this heartfelt conversation, Curtis Vallier and Angiefrom Sara's Acts of Kindness discuss the profound impact of childhood canceron families and the community. They share personal stories of loss, thechallenges of treatment, and the importance of advocacy for better funding andresearch. The discussion highlights the emotional toll on parents and the needfor a more compassionate understandin...

Learn Mpre here --> Welcome to Sara's Acts of Kindness - Saras Acts of Kindness In this heartfelt conversation, Curtis Vallier and Angiefrom Sara's Acts of Kindness discuss the profound impact of childhood canceron families and the community. They share personal stories of loss, thechallenges of treatment, and the importance of advocacy for better funding andresearch. The discussion highlights...

Learn More Here --> https://www.nkore.com In this episode of Childhood Cancer Perspective, CurtisVallier speaks with Tracy Ryan, co-founder of Nkore Biotherapeutics, about herpersonal journey with her daughter Sophie, who has been battling a low-gradeoptic pathway glioma. Tracy shares her experiences with traditional cancertreatments, the introduction of medical cannabis, and the development of...

Learn More Here --> https://www.nkore.com In this episode of Childhood Cancer Perspective, CurtisVallier speaks with Tracy Ryan, co-founder of Nkore Biotherapeutics, about herpersonal journey with her daughter Sophie, who has been battling a low-gradeoptic pathway glioma. Tracy shares her experiences with traditional cancertreatments, the introduction of medical cannabis, and the development of...

In this conversation, Curtis Vallier speaks with Dr. Catherine Young about her journey from South Africa to becoming a prominentfigure in cancer research and advocacy. They discuss the Cancer Moonshotinitiative, its goals, and the importance of community engagement in addressingpediatric cancer. The conversation highlights the challenges faced in cancerresearch, the power of parental advocacy, and...

In this heartfelt episode of the Childhood CancerPerspective, Curtis Vallier speaks with Amber Jones, a mother who shares theemotional journey of her son Griffin's battle with acute lymphoblasticleukemia. Amber recounts the challenges faced during diagnosis, treatment, andthe heartbreaking moments leading to Griffin's passing. The conversationhighlights the struggles of navigating the heal...

In this heartfelt episode of the Childhood CancerPerspective, Curtis Vallier speaks with Amber Jones, a mother who shares theemotional journey of her son Griffin's battle with acute lymphoblasticleukemia. Amber recounts the challenges faced during diagnosis, treatment, andthe heartbreaking moments leading to Griffin's passing. The conversationhighlights the struggles of navigating the healthcare s...

⁠The EVAN Foundation⁠ In this conversation, Curtis Vallier and Gavin Lindberg discuss the challenges and triumphs within the childhood cancer community, focusing on personal stories, advocacy, and the initiatives of the ⁠Evan Foundation⁠ . The conversation emphasizes the resilience of children battling cancer and the impact of small gestures in their lives. In this conversation, Curtis Vallier and...

The EVAN Foundation In this conversation, Curtis Vallier and Gavin Lindberg discuss the challenges and triumphs within the childhood cancer community, focusing on personal stories, advocacy, and the initiatives of the Evan Foundation . 00:00 Introduction to the Childhood Cancer Perspective 06:02 The Fight Against Pediatric Cancer 14:45 The Importance of Advocacy and Awareness 21:11 The Evan Founda...

In this episode, Curtis Vallier speaks with Kendall Burke, a young cancer warrior who shares her journey with Alveolar Rhabdomyosarcoma. They discuss the power of social media in sharing personal stories, the importance of sibling support during treatment, the challenges of diagnosis and treatment, and the hidden effects of cancer therapies. Kendall also talks about her aspirations for advocacy an...

Get her Book and Learn More Here! ⁠Pearls — Author Maggie Bushway⁠ In this conversation, Curtis Vallier speaks with Maggie Bushway, author of 'Pearls', a memoir detailing her journey through childhood brain cancer. They discuss the impact of cancer on families, the importance of sibling relationships, the challenges of diagnosis and treatment, and the healing power of storytelling. Maggie...

Get her Book and Learn More Here! Pearls — Author Maggie Bushway In this conversation, Curtis Vallier speaks with Maggie Bushway, author of 'Pearls', a memoir detailing her journey through childhood brain cancer. They discuss the impact of cancer on families, the importance of sibling relationships, the challenges of diagnosis and treatment, and the healing power of storytelling. Maggie sh...

This conversation delves into the emotional journey of families affected by childhood cancer, highlighting the importance of community support, advocacy, and events like CureFest. Curtis Vallier shares his personal experiences and reflections on loss, hope, and the ongoing fight for better treatment and awareness. Dena Sherwood emphasizes the significance of unity within the childhood cancer commu...

This conversation delves into the emotional journey of families affected by childhood cancer, highlighting the importance of community support, advocacy, and events like CureFest. Curtis Vallier shares his personal experiences and reflections on loss, hope, and the ongoing fight for better treatment and awareness. Dena Sherwood emphasizes the significance of unity within the childhood cancer commu...

In this episode of the Childhood Cancer Perspective, Curtis Vallier shares his journey as a parent of a child diagnosed with brain cancer. He discusses the importance of community support, the mission of the Rally Foundation, and the need for increased funding and awareness for childhood cancer research. Dean Crowe, the CEO of the Rally Foundation , shares personal stories and insights into the ch...

In this episode of the Childhood Cancer Perspective, Curtis Vallier shares his journey as a parent of a child diagnosed with brain cancer. He discusses the importance of community support, the mission of the Rally Foundation, and the need for increased funding and awareness for childhood cancer research. Dean Crowe, the CEO of the Rally Foundation, shares personal stories and insights into the cha...