Calif. Participants visited Congressional offices to recommend increased funding for medical research, insurance coverage of routine patient care during participation in approved clinical trials and improved access to new agents for treatments. The Resolution was unanimously approved by the House of Representatives a week and a half later. A memorable Hearing of the Congressional Cancer Awareness Working Group focused on the experiences shared by childhood cancer patients, survivors, families and caregivers. The Hearing, which was doubled in length to accommodate all who wanted to testify, focused on the real life challenges faced when a child suffers from cancer. More than 30 participants presented testimony highlighting the devastating effects of cancer on children, parents, siblings and their caregivers.
Children are our legacy and it is a tragedy to see so many lose their lives.
The amount of money that goes toward cancer research is nominal. I see money allocated so much more freely to other causes and feel that children with cancer deserve a better chance at life saving treatment. We all must commit ourselves to ensuring good health for each child. Please don't leave behind children with cancer. They cannot be forgotten and they are counting on us.