A baby girl diagnosed with a rare and aggressive infant-type hemispheric glioma was given a second opinion at St. Jude's, leading to successful treatment and her current status as a thriving 3-year-old, defying initial grim prognosis.
David Grant Ames, 70, of Binghamton, passed away after a battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, son, grandchildren, and sister, and was pre-deceased by his parents and first wife. Known for his love of music, the beach, and the New York Yankees, he was cherished for his warmth, kindness, and infectious smile. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date, and donations in his memory can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or a cancer research facility of choice.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital scientists have developed SJ3149, a potent and selective CK1α degrader, which acts as a "molecular super-glue" by targeting cancer-related proteins for destruction through proteasomal degradation. This compound shows broad anti-cancer activity and may offer a new therapeutic approach for previously undruggable proteins. The research provides a platform for the discovery of novel molecular glues for cancer treatments and offers potential for developing new options for treating different pediatric cancers.
Less than 4,000 tickets remain for the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway, which features a $700,000 four-bedroom home built by Fisher Homes. Tickets cost $100, with all proceeds benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Those who purchase tickets today qualify for four prizes, including the house, a new Honda, an outdoor kitchen set, and $5,000 worth of airline miles. The drawing will take place on August 17th.
The 2023 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway has announced its winners, with Sandra Johnson from Ripley, Tennessee, winning the grand prize of a $575,000 dream home in Arlington. The event raised $1,850,000 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, with four additional winners receiving prizes such as a $10,000 VISA gift card and a $2,500 shopping spree. The home features three bedrooms, three and a half baths, a chef-designed kitchen, and a large covered outdoor patio.
Researchers from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis collect bird droppings on the shores of Delaware Bay to test for avian flu, a group of avian-adapted viruses that could potentially set off the next pandemic. The bay is a bird-flu hot spot every spring, and the scientists have been studying it for four decades to learn more about how avian influenza evolves, how it behaves in the wild, and what it might take for these bird viruses to become a global public health threat. The stakes feel high as the scientists work their way down the beach, hoping to collect 1,000 fecal samples instead of their standard 600, to stay a step ahead of bird flu.