FEBRUARY 15: LET’S ALL BE UNITED AGAINST PEDIATRIC CANCERS!
February 15 is International Day Against Childhood, Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer. Initiated by Childhood Cancer International, of which our association is a part, this day is a crucial opportunity to mobilize against this devastating disease which affects more than 400,000 young people around the world each year.
Today, cancer is still the leading cause of death from disease among children over one year old in France and Europe. It is estimated that 1 in 440 children will develop cancer before the age of 15 in European countries. Among them, 1 in 5 children will die from this disease due to lack of viable treatments. These figures are intolerable today and we all have the power to act to make them disappear.
On this world day against pediatric cancers, let us raise awareness among our family, our friends, our colleagues about the fight that thousands of children, adolescents and young adults wage throughout the year and together let us mobilize to build a world with cancer-free children. Help us by clicking here.
IMAGINE FOR MARGO: THE FIRST PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION TO FUND CANCER RESEARCH IN FRANCE
In this fierce fight against childhood cancer, Imagine for Margo stands out as a major national and influential player in Europe. Founded in 2011 by Patricia and Olivia Blanc, the association aims to cure children, adolescents and young adults affected by this disease. How ? By carrying out numerous actions to finance the most innovative research programs in Europe, raise awareness of the cause, mobilize key players and improve the daily lives of sick children.
MOBILIZE AND RAISE AWARENESS TO MOVE FORWARD FASTER
Raising awareness is the first important step in combating childhood, adolescent and young adult cancers. More awareness means more resources and more effort directed towards research. The goal: to cure all patients affected by pediatric cancer. It is essential that everyone understands the devastating impact of this disease on the lives of children and their loved ones.
Share Louise’s story with our campaign film below, inspiring testimonies like that of Sacha, to be found here, that of Manon or the President of the association, Patricia Blanc, key facts and essential information on the disease can contribute to widespread awareness.
On the occasion of International Childhood Cancer Day, you too can become involved in this fight and raise awareness among those around you by downloading the association’s communication kit.
At the same time, do not hesitate to get involved by creating your own events for the benefit of the association or by participating in those organized by Imagine for Margo. Children without Cancer solidarity races, Lightning Day, Heart Rallies, fairs, concerts… we can all act to help the little warriors who are fighting against cancer. Find out how to help us here.
Accelerating research: an absolute priority
With more than 100 different types, childhood cancers require specific care and personalized treatments for each type of cancer. Despite advances and scientific progress in recent years, cancer remains one of the leading causes of death from disease among children and adolescents worldwide. Every minute, 3 children die from cancer. In order to better understand the causes of these cancers and to better treat them, pediatric cancer research must absolutely advance more quickly.
Since our creation in 2011, Imagine for Margo has been committed to advancing research into childhood, adolescent and young adult cancers. Our strategy consists of funding fundamental and translational research programs to better understand the causes of childhood cancers and resistance to treatments, as well as early phase clinical trials that allow children who have relapsed or failed treatment to benefit from innovative treatments. and personalized, thanks to precision medicine. In 2020, Imagine for Margo and its partners created the Fight Kids Cancer call for projects in order to boost their fight and research against childhood cancers.
Biomede, Sacha, Mappyacts… numerous victories and advances have been made thanks to the thousands of donors, who fight this scourge alongside us every year. Indeed, Imagine for Margo has, since 2011, allocated more than 20 million euros to 51 research programs which have resulted in 28 new treatments. These have benefited more than 3,000 little patients.
In this public health issue, each of us can play a role. Let’s take advantage of this International Childhood Cancer Day 2024 to accelerate this fight for life. Every donation, no matter how small, helps fund research and saves lives. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children affected by cancer. To make a donation and help research, click here.
Guarantee the well-being of children, their caregivers and nursing staff
Alongside awareness, mobilization and fundraising actions, we support more than 500 families. We also offer well-being activities for children and caregivers and finance various needs (medical equipment, development work, etc.) within the 31 pediatric oncology centers in France.
Indeed, in this fight for life, it is important to offer moments of respite, enchanted parentheses to all those who are confronted with it. Discover our actions to improve the well-being of children and their loved ones and support healthcare staff.
All united against childhood cancer!
On this International Day Against Pediatric Cancers, let’s join forces to raise awareness, support and act. Help us offer hope for a cure to all children, adolescents and young adults who are battling illness. Together, let’s make this day a moment of global solidarity against childhood cancer. Find out how to help us here.
A huge THANK YOU for your valuable support thanks to which we are moving faster towards a world with cancer-free children!
GO, FIGHT, WIN!
