Dear Friend,
A new year means new opportunities to focus on health and hope. January is Integrative Health Month. It is a great time to focus on caring for both body and mind. Explore our Integrative Medicine resources to discover how therapies like mindfulness, yoga, and relaxation techniques can work alongside conventional treatment to help ease symptoms and support your child’s overall wellbeing.
This month in our blog, learn tips for taking medicine and read about a family in Uganda that turned their cancer journey into hope:
Taking medicine can be tough for children and families. Niki Jurbergs, PhD, shares tips and resources to make it easier and less stressful.
Discover how Kenneth Nganda turned his daughter’s cancer experience into a life-saving initiative for her and many other children in Uganda.
Managing immune thrombocytopenia (ITP)—a disorder that affects the body’s ability to make blood clots—can feel overwhelming, but you are not alone. Explore our ITP resources and hear from families who have been on the same journey.
We hope these resources and stories help your family feel supported and informed. Please share them with others who may benefit.
—The Together by St. Jude™ team
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Complementary Therapies and Integrative Health |
Learn more about complementary therapies and integrative health options like acupuncture, massage, and meditation. These therapies can help make a difference by reducing side effects and improving comfort.
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Taking Medicine Is Hard, but Help Is Out There |
Following your doctor’s instructions for taking medicine is known as medication adherence. While critical for treatment, some find it challenging. Niki Jurbergs, PhD, shares tips and explains how using tools like pill organizers and phone apps can make it easier.
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How My Daughter’s Cancer Led to a Blood Drive in Uganda |
Kenneth Nganda’s daughter was diagnosed with leukemia during Uganda’s COVID-19 lockdown. Nganda learned of kids dying from a lack of blood. So, he started the Friends of Dr. Lalala blood drive. Now, hundreds donate and his daughter, Gabriella, is thriving.
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