Sarcoma Patient Support
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When Dogs Get Cancer
Read Article: When Dogs Get CancerIt might seem strange that Rein in Sarcoma supports dog cancer research but there’s a good reason. Canine hemangiosarcoma, a type of dog cancer, has been known among veterinarians as one of the most vexing diseases to treat.1 It is highly aggressive, fatal, and may not make itself apparent until a seemingly healthy dog collapses.…
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June RIS Named Fund Honorees
Read Article: June RIS Named Fund HonoreesCelebrate RIS’s Named Fund Honorees. You will also see their stories throughout June on Rein in Sarcoma’s social media and highlighted on the front page of our website: www.reininsarcoma.org RIS Named Funds help sustain and support Rein in Sarcoma’s mission and help Increase Awareness. Increase Survivors. Miranda MeadMiranda was diagnosed just after her 15th birthday with…
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Juneteenth Note from Executive Director, Lachelle Semanko:
Read Article: Juneteenth Note from Executive Director, Lachelle Semanko:As I reflect on the upcoming Juneteenth holiday, it does not escape me that while Americans are celebrating the freedom of slaves, racial health inequities still exist in our country. Studies show that these disparities are found in sarcoma patient outcomes as well (Martinez et al 2008). African Americans are more likely to die from…
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Awareness Month Campaign
Read Article: Awareness Month CampaignJuly is sarcoma awareness month and a great opportunity to bring this rare cancer to light. Sarcoma awareness is symbolized by the color yellow and yellow ribbon, so this year Rein in Sarcoma will be doing a social media campaign, “Why I Wear Yellow” during the month of July. The campaign will raise awareness through…
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Register for Party In the Park!
Read Article: Register for Party In the Park!Join us on Monday, July 31 for Party in the Park. The free event will include patient and family picnic, live music, inflatables, community, sarcoma resources, and more. Registration is required, If you can’t attend, consider donating. Event info: Monday, July 31 from 5pm-8pm As our signature event, attendees will have the opportunity to connect…
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In memory of: Jerome Detviler
Read Article: In memory of: Jerome DetvilerIn memory of: Jerome Detviler In memory of Jerome Detviler, ever a seeker of adventure! Submitted by Jerome’s Bench Donors
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2025 Silent Auctions Need Your Help
Read Article: 2025 Silent Auctions Need Your HelpHelp us raise the necessary funds to keep RIS going and growing. We are excited to be planning in-person events this summer and fall. Our signature event, Party in the Park, is returning to Como Park on July 28, is our largest community gathering of the year. Sunflower Soiree is being held at the Metropolitan…
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May Rein in Sarcoma Named Fund Honorees
Read Article: May Rein in Sarcoma Named Fund HonoreesCelebrate RIS’s Named Fund Honorees. You will also see their stories in May throughout Rein in Sarcoma’s social media and highlighted in our website. RIS Named Funds help sustain and support Rein in Sarcoma’s mission and help “Increase Awareness. Increase Survivors.” Beverly had a natural talent to positively touch the lives of everyone who had…
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In memory of: Emma Smrekar
Read Article: In memory of: Emma SmrekarIn memory of: Emma Smrekar Happy 20th Birthday! Wish you were here to celebrate-miss you much. Submitted by Granny Sue
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Rein In Sarcoma Update – Welcoming Our New Executive Director
Read Article: Rein In Sarcoma Update – Welcoming Our New Executive DirectorDear Community Members, We are thrilled to announce Lachelle Semanko as our new Executive Director of Rein in Sarcoma! We are preparing for her to take our reins on Monday, April 17. Described as the heart of her organization, she worked at Make-A-Wish Minnesota for over the past twenty-three years. She has grown from the…