A Special News Series from WCCO.


To educate viewers about research advances and to support families affected by childhood cancer, Children’s Cancer Research Fund is partnering with CBS affiliate WCCO for a public awareness campaign during the month of September. The campaign will feature public service announcements and a series of news stories featuring families affected by childhood cancer and the ways research is critical in the treatment of the disease.



This Week's Video

'U' Research Making Headway in Child Cancer Fight | Sept 23rd, 2009

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The lab of Dr. Michael Verneris is making big gains in the fight in acute lymphoblastic amenia, Dennis Douda reports.


Previous Videos

'U' Helps Childhood Cancer Survivors | Sept 16th, 2009

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Doctors are getting better at beating childhood cancers. But, that's given rise to new concerns as cancer survivors grow into adulthood. The Univeristy of Minnesota is trying to help.


Brain Power Needed: Beating Childhood Cancer | Sept 9th, 2009

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The second most common childhood cancer is brain cancer. Because it is so tricky to treat, it is also the deadliest. Dennis Douda reports on what Twin Cities doctors have up their sleeves.


Research Brings Hope to Beating Childhood Cancers | Sept 2nd, 2009

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The number one medical cause of death for Minnesota children is cancer. The Children's Cancer Research Fund is trying to find a way to beat it and key research is going on in Minnesota.


Ways you can help Complete the Cure

Set up a fundraising page in honor or memory of a special child in your life who is or has battled cancer
Download instructions and materials for a fun way to educate your child or classroom about cancer
Request bears to show support for a childhood cancer patient or sign up to deliver them to kids battling cancer
Order Complete the Cure merchandise to show your support of childhood cancer research
CBS’s Minneapolis affiliate airs a series to to help understand the scope of the childhood cancer experience
Download materials to start a Jeans Day for $1 throughout September

Sponsors

General Mills Thrivent The Container Store U of M Amplatz Children's Hospital

Rothschild Kids is donating 10% of all proceeds from online purchases during the month of September to Children's Cancer Research Fund. Shop www.rothschildkids.com


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