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September 12, 2024

Our Paralympian Heroes Shine Bright

The Paralympic Games have come to a close, leaving us with unforgettable memories of athleticism, determination, and the triumph of the human spirit. This year, sarcoma survivors represented the United States–and won medals–on the Men and Women’s basketball teams and Para-Triathlon events. Their determination, perseverance, and athleticism illustrates the strength and resilience of the sarcoma community. 

These athletes not only competed against the world’s best, but they also demonstrated incredible resilience and perseverance on their personal journeys. Their dedication and unwavering spirit serve as a beacon of hope for all of us. They are living proof that with courage and determination, anything is possible. 

We’re thrilled to recognize the following individuals who brought home medals: 

  • Nate Hinze, Gold, Men’s Wheelchair Basketball 
  • Hailey Danz, Gold, Para-Triathalon 
  • Emily Oberst, Silver, Women’s Wheelchair Basketball 
  • Bailey Moody, Silver, Women’s Wheelchair Basketball 
  • Natalie Schneider, Silver, Women’s Wheelchair Basketball 
  • Mark Barr, Bronze, Para-Triathalon 

All of the athletes have made us all incredibly proud. Their achievements remind us that within our community, we can achieve greatness. Let’s continue to celebrate their victories and support them as they inspire the next generation of athletes. 

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September 8, 2024

John Franklin-Myers Donating $1000 to the Sarcoma Foundation of America for Every Sack This Season

The Denver Broncos’ John Franklin-Myers announced that he is donating $1,000 to the Sarcoma Foundation of America (SFA) to support sarcoma research and awareness for every sack he makes this NFL season. The Broncos will match Franklin-Myers’ donation, bringing a total of $2,000 for every sack.

Franklin-Myers’ grandfather, Billy Ray Myers, who helped raise him, died of sarcoma in 2011. Franklin-Myers credits Billy Ray as one of the most influential people in his life and a leading figure behind his success in the NFL.

“SFA is incredibly grateful for John’s continued support and dedication to the sarcoma community,” said Brandi Felser, SFA Chief Executive Officer. “His generosity will raise awareness for this devastating disease while helping bring us one step closer to a world where no one dies from sarcoma.”

Franklin-Myers has served as SFA’s Awareness Ambassador since 2022. He also participates in the NFL’s My Cause, My Cleats program for many years. Each year he wears his custom cleats in honor of SFA and in memory of Billy Ray. He auctions them to benefit the foundation and to raise awareness about the needs of people diagnosed and living with this rare cancer. Franklin-Myers has also formed a team for the 2024 Race to Cure Sarcoma Denver and has supported and been a presenter at the annual Stand Up to Sarcoma gala.

Sarcoma is a rare cancer of the bone and connective soft tissue. Sarcoma makes about 1 percent of adult cancers and 15 to 20 percent of childhood cancers. An estimated 17,560 people in the United States will be diagnosed with sarcoma every year. It is an aggressive and one of the most deadly cancers, difficult to diagnose, and lacks treatment options.

About the Sarcoma Foundation of America

Sarcoma Foundation of America (SFA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization, is an advocate for increased research to find new and better therapies with which to treat patients with sarcoma. The organization raises money to privately fund grants for sarcoma researchers and conducts education and advocacy efforts on behalf of sarcoma patients.

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September 5, 2024

SFA Launches Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment Discussion Guide

Navigating Sarcoma Conversations: A New Guide for Patients and Caregivers

SFA is excited to share our discussion guide with the sarcoma community. Created as a tangible resource for sarcoma patients and caregivers to bring to their doctor appointments, this guide encourages self-advocacy and serves to help patients as they navigate conversations about their diagnosis. With input from our patient focus group, sharing their lived experience navigating a sarcoma diagnosis, the patient voice is centered in prompting these necessary and vital conversations to have whether newly diagnosed or unsure which questions to ask.

This is also an excellent resource for healthcare workers to consider when working with a sarcoma patient to ensure all bases are covered when navigating a sarcoma diagnosis.

[ DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE ]

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September 1, 2024

A Month of Awareness and Progress for the Sarcoma Community

A Month of Awareness and Progress for the Sarcoma Community

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Sarcoma accounts for 15-20% of all childhood cancer diagnoses each year in the U.S. These diagnoses bring a host of challenges to children and their families. Throughout September, SFA will recognize National Childhood Cancer Awareness month with social media posts, educational content, and resources to help families with children affected by sarcoma.

We invite you to share these posts on your social media accounts, post your own messages with the hashtags #CureSarcoma and #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth. We also invite you to join us in raising awareness on Wednesday, September 18, for Wear Gold Day, when we encourage everyone to wear gold clothing and/or accessories in support of child sarcoma patients.

September also recognizes World Cancer Research Day on the 24th of the month. This day underscores the critical advancements in sarcoma research that have been made, are ongoing, and still need to be pursued. Both observances remind us of the importance of the work being done at Sarcoma Foundation of America, and we are eager to see what new progress can be achieved in the future.

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