Rad Kids Crushing Cancer

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What inspired Rad Kids Crushing Cancer?

Welcome to Rad Kids Crushing Cancer! 🌟 We're a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to supporting children battling cancer and their families.

Rad Kids Crushing Cancer was created when pediatric cancer hit home. Waylynn was diagnosed on January 19th, 2024 with ALL-B leukemia. It has opened our eyes on the cost and hardships families encounter when fighting for their babies. The foundation was created to help raise funds to directly pay medical bills, help with mortgage/rent, utilities, food, and other services that may be needed.

Focus should be on family and healing, not the stress of bills.

Through fundraising events, community outreach, and advocacy, we aim to spread hope, joy, and assistance to those facing pediatric cancer. Join us in our mission to make a difference, one rad kid at a time!

Mission Statement

At Rad Kids Crushing Cancer, our mission is to provide compassionate and personalized support to families facing the devastating challenges of childhood cancer. We believe in the power of community and the importance of focusing our efforts on one family at a time, ensuring that each child receives the attention and resources they need during their courageous battle.

We are committed to transparency and engagement, regularly updating our main website with photos, progress updates, and detailed fundraising information. This allows our supporters to follow each child's journey and see the tangible impact of their contributions.

Every dollar raised is carefully managed and directed to where it is needed most. We send checks directly to medical facilities for treatment costs, cover essential utilities and mortgage/rent payments, and provide funds for food and other critical services. By alleviating these financial burdens, we allow families to focus on what truly matters – supporting their child through their treatment and recovery.

Rad Kids Crushing Cancer stands as a beacon of hope and support, rallying communities together to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families. Together, we can crush cancer, one brave kid at a time.

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Waylynn just completed her interim maintenance II treatment. She now has two weeks off then will begin the delayed intensification treatment. This phase will be tough on Waylyyn, Kevin, and Logan. Even the smallest amount adds up.

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Waylynn's Current Treatment Plan
What is Delayed Intensification Treatment

Delayed Intensification Treatment is a crucial phase in the treatment of certain cancers, particularly childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). This phase is designed to further reduce the number of cancer cells in the body after the initial treatment phases and to prevent the cancer from coming back. Here’s a breakdown of what it entails:

Purpose

Delayed Intensification is aimed at targeting any remaining cancer cells that may have survived the initial treatment. This phase is critical for minimizing the risk of relapse and increasing the chances of long-term remission.

Timing

This treatment phase typically occurs after the induction and consolidation phases of cancer therapy. It serves as an additional, intensive treatment period to ensure that the cancer is thoroughly addressed.

Treatment Components

Chemotherapy: Patients receive a combination of chemotherapy drugs that are often different from those used in earlier treatment phases. These drugs are administered in cycles over several weeks.
Supportive Care: Due to the intensity of the chemotherapy, supportive care measures are essential. This includes medications to manage side effects, blood transfusions if needed, and close monitoring by healthcare professionals.
Frequent Monitoring: Regular blood tests and possibly imaging studies are conducted to monitor the patient’s response to treatment and adjust the therapy as needed.

Goals

The primary goals of Delayed Intensification Treatment are to:

Eliminate Residual Cancer Cells: Ensure that any cancer cells that survived earlier treatments are destroyed.
Prevent Relapse: Reduce the likelihood of the cancer returning by aggressively targeting potential remaining cancer cells.
Achieve Long-Term Remission: Increase the chances of the patient remaining cancer-free in the long term.