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Dear Friend,
Many countries celebrate Valentine's Day on February 14. This is a day to cherish love and friendship.
Caring for a sick child requires immense effort. Nurturing your relationships is important for your well-being. Explore the Relationship Toolkit, a resource developed by experts at St. Jude to help caregivers strengthen their relationships.
Dating is equally important for young adult cancer survivors, even if their journey differs from their peers. Read our childhood cancer survivor's guide to dating.
Have you heard about SurNet? Itβs a new effort by Childhood Cancer International (CCI) to connect survivors worldwide. Learn more about this new initiative.
We look forward to observing International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) on February 15. Check out our Facebook page for special content raising awareness about this important day.
With love and encouragement,
Daniel Bastardo Blanco, PhD
Manager, Together by St. Judeβ’
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Tips for Couples When a Child Is Sick |
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Caring for a sick child can strain a relationship. Discover tips and activities to strengthen bonds while focusing on communication, understanding, and self-care during the challenge of navigating pediatric illness. Download the free toolkit for you and your partner.
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| Learn more about the toolkit |
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How to Keep Your Relationship Strong |
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Wes and Kady Shell talk about how they kept their marriage strong and remained close while their daughter went through an extended ICU stay. They discuss how they learned to let go, meet their spouse where they were, and check in with each other often.
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A Childhood Cancer Survivorβs Guide to Dating |
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Dating is important for young adult cancer survivors, though their journey may differ from others. Many survivors face unique dating challenges. However, dating is a learnable skill. Breaking down the process into smaller steps, can make it less daunting.
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SurNet: A Global Network for Childhood Cancer Survivors |
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Childhood cancer survivors face lifelong health challenges. Childhood Cancer International (CCI) recently launched SurNet, the Childhood Cancer Survivors' Global Network. It aims to connect survivors globally while advocating for their needs, promoting research, and building capacity for better care.
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