Imagine a young child who was just admitted to the hospital. The look on their parents face and the tears in their eyes, as they wonder what could possibly be wrong. They soon find out that their child has cancer and the fear and uncertainty overtake any glimpse of hope away. That is the case for thousands of young children every year. Some of these cancers are curable and thanks to the research at St. Jude Children’s Hospital, children's lives are being saved. Thus the founding of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by Danny Thomas in 1962 still plays an important role in healthcare even fifty-five years later as it continues to find ways to cure cancer. During the 1950’s Danny Thomas wanted nothing more than to become a famous actor;
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Jude. The research helps them to have a better understanding of the “molecular, genetic and chemical bases of catastrophic diseases in children” (St. Jude Facts). It is because of their research that there was such a great increase in the survival rate for children with cancer. St. Jude continues to research until no child has to die. Some of their research includes: gene therapy, bone-marrow transplantation, chemotherapy, biochemistry, radiation, and blood diseases (Cancer Center Facts). Other research projects include resistance to therapy, viruses, hereditary diseases, influenza, pediatric AIDS, and the psychological effects of fatal illnesses (St. Jude Facts). St. Jude is also very concerned with the long-term effects that treatment has on its patients. According to St. Jude Cancer Center Program, “curative therapies for children with cancer, while minimizing long-term side effects”. In 1996, a scientist at St. Jude, named Dr. Peter Doherty, was awarded the Nobel Prize for his breakthroughs in cancer research (St. Jude Children’s). There are many other doctors that have made great strides in the treatment and cure of cancer.
It takes an enormous amount of money to operate a hospital. Costs range from daily operations to maintenance (Unique). St. Jude takes on additional costs since they cover all the costs to families that insurance does not cover; as well as, all the costs for families without insurance. It is because of ALSAC that …show more content…
Jude Children’s Research Hospital is more than just a hospital; it is a place of hope for children and families everywhere ("7 Amazing Truths" 2015). It is a place that does its best to make people feel at home. Dealing with a life threatening illnesses or diseases is not a pleasant experience. All the staff does what they can to make the children and their families smile; because even though their smile might not last that long, it will take their mind off of their burdens for a while. St. Jude is truly a saint for many children and their families; however, these services would not be possible without the help of others and their generous donations. St. Jude has had an enormous impact on cancer research and people around the world (St. Jude Children’s). Their research and persistent efforts will continue to have an impact every day. They do everything they can to save kids that they treat and will not give
Jude. The research helps them to have a better understanding of the “molecular, genetic and chemical bases of catastrophic diseases in children” (St. Jude Facts). It is because of their research that there was such a great increase in the survival rate for children with cancer. St. Jude continues to research until no child has to die. Some of their research includes: gene therapy, bone-marrow transplantation, chemotherapy, biochemistry, radiation, and blood diseases (Cancer Center Facts). Other research projects include resistance to therapy, viruses, hereditary diseases, influenza, pediatric AIDS, and the psychological effects of fatal illnesses (St. Jude Facts). St. Jude is also very concerned with the long-term effects that treatment has on its patients. According to St. Jude Cancer Center Program, “curative therapies for children with cancer, while minimizing long-term side effects”. In 1996, a scientist at St. Jude, named Dr. Peter Doherty, was awarded the Nobel Prize for his breakthroughs in cancer research (St. Jude Children’s). There are many other doctors that have made great strides in the treatment and cure of cancer.
It takes an enormous amount of money to operate a hospital. Costs range from daily operations to maintenance (Unique). St. Jude takes on additional costs since they cover all the costs to families that insurance does not cover; as well as, all the costs for families without insurance. It is because of ALSAC that …show more content…
Jude Children’s Research Hospital is more than just a hospital; it is a place of hope for children and families everywhere ("7 Amazing Truths" 2015). It is a place that does its best to make people feel at home. Dealing with a life threatening illnesses or diseases is not a pleasant experience. All the staff does what they can to make the children and their families smile; because even though their smile might not last that long, it will take their mind off of their burdens for a while. St. Jude is truly a saint for many children and their families; however, these services would not be possible without the help of others and their generous donations. St. Jude has had an enormous impact on cancer research and people around the world (St. Jude Children’s). Their research and persistent efforts will continue to have an impact every day. They do everything they can to save kids that they treat and will not give