When her daughter was just three years old, Mathilde and her partner faced a true medical tsunami: their eldest child, Ofélia, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Every year, 500 children in France and 3,000 across Europe are diagnosed with this type of cancer. Currently, there are 12 different types of brain tumors, each with varying and often bleak prognoses. Imagine for Margo is mobilizing every day to raise funds and support research aimed at treating children and adolescents more effectively. As the year comes to a close, let’s stand by the thousands of families fighting pediatric cancer and make “healing” a part of their future. In this article, read the heart-wrenching story of Mathilde, Ofélia’s mother, and why it is urgent to support research into childhood cancer.
A six-year marathon against illness
From the moment of diagnosis, doctors warned Mathilde and her family: Ofélia’s tumor is slow-growing, but relentless. Unlike other cancers that progress quickly and metastasize, this brain tumor advances slowly, imposing years of treatments. “We were told we’re in for at least 15 years of struggle and treatments.” Mathilde understands: this is a long-term battle. Every day is a new challenge, and every victory, no matter how small, is essential.
In six years, Ofélia has already endured numerous medical procedures. “These treatments have stabilized the tumor,” Mathilde shares, “but they haven’t managed to eliminate it completely.” Today, Ofélia is on a “treatment break,” but it is a fragile pause. The tumor is still present, remaining a constant threat. “It’s very complicated for family life,” adds Mathilde. And despite this break, the uncertainty looms over the family every day.
Advances in research bring hope to families
According to Mathilde, pediatric cancer is still too unknown, yet it affects thousands of families each year. In total, 35,000 children and teenagers are diagnosed with cancer annually across Europe. Mathilde issues a clear call to action: “We need to fund research. Current treatments are not enough to conquer some of these resilient tumors” like Ofélia’s.
As parents, Mathilde and so many other families are dependent on advances in research. They eagerly await clinical trials that will offer new therapeutic options for their little warriors. “Even with the risks of side effects, we want to move forward,” she says. For them, every step forward is a glimmer of hope… one step closer to the word they all yearn for: healing.
Go, Fight, Win: a directive for all children and teenagers fighting against cancer
For Ofélia, her family, and everyone fighting childhood cancer, three words guide them each day: Go, Fight, Win. These words, left by Margo, have become a source of strength—an unwavering flame that stands against illness, guiding families toward making the word “healing” a reality.
“Children have incredible strength and a precious weapon: innocence,” Mathilde reminds us. Ofélia still smiles, even in the face of adversity. It’s this strength that drives her family to keep fighting, day after day. Go, Fight, Win is not just a mantra for Ofélia. It’s a call to action for all of us. By supporting research, by making a donation, you can help offer a future to children like Ofélia.
Supporting Imagine for Margo means supporting research and the hope for a world without childhood cancer
Pediatric cancer doesn’t receive the same level of funding as adult cancers, and that must change. “Too many children are taken from us,” Mathilde says emotionally. “Research needs more resources to progress faster.” Today, researchers are genuinely motivated to make breakthroughs, but they lack the resources. “To save more lives, we need everyone’s support,” Mathilde adds. Your donation can make a difference.
Today, Ofélia is on a “break,” but the fight continues. “We’re buying time,” Mathilde explains. But that time is precious, and to save lives, we need you.
Why donate?
- Support research that is seeking new treatments to cure childhood cancer.
- Help families like Ofélia’s, who are waiting for solutions to cure their child.
- Bring hope to thousands of children and parents who fight the illness every day.
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Together, let’s make “healing” a reality for every child fighting against cancer!
