NEWS & UPDATES
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June 21, 1970 - The Commercial Appeal
June 21, 1970 - The Commercial Appeal
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Dear St. Jude
07/31/2020
An anonymous thank you note provides a powerful reminder about the mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
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Despite pandemic, World Golf Championships volunteers continue to support St. Jude
07/31/2020
Although the pandemic will keep most WGC-FedEx St. Jude volunteers off the course this year, they continue to raise money through the Hours for St. Jude program.
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St. Jude YOU galvanizes college students to take the lead
07/29/2020
240 collegians assemble in a virtual seminar to embrace the moment and begin leading together for St. Jude.
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Stars align on Birdies for St. Jude fundraiser at World Golf Championships
07/29/2020
From golfer Justin Thomas to One Direction’s Niall Horan, PGA TOUR greats and entertainment icons rally their social media followings to help the kids of St. Jude.
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ALSAC named No. 1 on Best Workplaces for Innovators list
07/29/2020
The fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude joins tech giants like Google and Alibaba on Fast Company's list.
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Our golf buddies
07/24/2020
The stars of the PGA TOUR have been great friends to the patients of St. Jude. That won’t change this year, even amid the pandemic.
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A light in the darkness
07/17/2020
The touching story of 4-year-old Max allows us to see the critical nature of the work left to be done at St. Jude.
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Led by their hearts
07/10/2020
Supporters have as many reasons to give as there are kids at St. Jude, but happily, most have no personal experience with childhood cancer.
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New digital release by late singer Dobie Gray will benefit St. Jude
07/08/2020
Dobie Gray, the soulful singer best known for the 1973 hit “Drift Away,” did much more than get lost in the beat and free his soul. Now, "Streets of Fire," a song he co-wrote 25 years ago, will benefit the kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Marvel, St. Jude team up for super heroic message of love
07/07/2020
Limited-edition ‘I love you 3000’ T-shirt will benefit St. Jude, thanks to donations from Design By Humans
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Hope for the holiday
07/03/2020
As we pause for the 4th of July during this difficult year, it’s worth remembering how far we’ve come to achieve Danny Thomas’ dream
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Purpose personified
06/26/2020
Two examples of strength and resolve provide so much hope during such a difficult year.
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Songwriters come bearing gifts by baring their souls for St. Jude
06/26/2020
St. Jude Songwriters Showcase goes virtual this year with a livestream performance from four musicians
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Jake Owen: A foundation of giving
06/25/2020
Country music star Jake Owen's foundation makes major donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Just like being there: Virtual tour lets supporters experience St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
06/24/2020
New virtual tour of St. Jude offers immersive experiences "as rich and powerful as walking the halls."
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Gaming community raises $3.385 million in record-smashing St. Jude PLAY LIVE Prize Season
06/22/2020
Stars of streaming world have now raised $26.3 million for kids of St. Jude in fundraising program's short history
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Rising country star Gabby Barrett takes St. Jude along for the ride
06/22/2020
Gabby Barrett’s debut album release is accompanied by a virtual scavenger hunt in which fans can learn about St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Through the eyes of an expert
06/19/2020
Dr. Robert Webster puts COVID-19 into historical perspective as he explains why St. Jude has studied infectious diseases for decades.
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St. Jude legend Dr. Robert Webster reflects on COVID-19 and his groundbreaking influenza research
06/17/2020
Having studied viruses for a half-century, he's optimistic about efforts to control COVID-19 while emphasizing the continuing need to protect childhood cancer patients from infectious diseases.
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Our core values
06/12/2020
Four simple but powerful words fuel the mission of ALSAC, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
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On Mission
06/05/2020
COVID-19 complicates the work but St. Jude has not wavered in its commitment to kids – everywhere
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The immense strength of a grateful heart
05/30/2020
He was only a patient dad for 3 days but Missouri man is among those proving there is no force greater than human compassion.
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St. Jude makes progress even in a pandemic
05/22/2020
COVID-19 precautions closed the campus to non-essential workers but important achievements recorded in key areas
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Five numbers that define our challenge
05/08/2020
I read a comment recently from one of our tireless volunteers, just 15, about her motivation to fundraise for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital even as her parents’ business, their source of income, is closed because of the global pandemic.
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Join me on Giving Tuesday Now, for St. Jude
05/01/2020
As easy as it can be to dwell on all that we’ve missed this spring, as May begins, I find my optimism ever invigorated by the way you continue to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. I am especially looking forward to our new, one-of-a-kind new Giving Tuesday Now event, May 5. Please save the date and join us.
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So much changed overnight, except your love and support of St. Jude
04/25/2020
Ordinarily, I’d be in Nashville this weekend, fundraising and celebrating with tens of thousands of runners participating in one of the most important annual events for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. But I imagine your normal is just as upside down as ours.
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Finding clarity in life’s most difficult moments
04/17/2020
"I find myself much more people-centered and empathetic. I spend more time with my thoughts. I’m more grateful for the incredible life I have lived. For my friends and professional relationships."
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St. Jude launches information hub on kids with cancer and COVID-19
04/16/2020
Recognizing the dual threat the COVID-19 pandemic presents to kids with cancer, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital helped develop an online network enabling doctors around the world to track pediatric cancer patients who have been infected with the virus and share information on how to treat them.
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In these uncertain times created by COVID-19, there is still St. Jude - thanks to you.
04/10/2020
Nearly every aspect of our lives has been disrupted, creating so much uncertainty and worry, personally and professionally. Yet I also have an overwhelming sense of gratitude that provides balance during such an emotionally wrought time.
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Keeping a focus on childhood cancer
04/03/2020
For all the worry and hardship COVID-19 brings, and it’s impossible to underestimate its impact, we can’t lose sight of a somber fact: cancer remains the leading cause of death by disease of children in the U.S.
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Practicing radical compassion in the time of social distancing
03/27/2020
At our best as humans, we look out for each other, especially the most vulnerable among us. We do a stranger a kind turn. We lead with our hearts. It’s how we’ll get through this coronavirus crisis — with the uplift of untold acts of human generosity, large and small.
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A message from ALSAC's CEO: the power of kindness
03/26/2020
Over the past several weeks we have been affected by schools closing, businesses adjusting and other difficult decisions related to COVID-19 in our communities and across the globe. It’s been hard for everyone, but it’s also during times of incredible distress that you witness the resilience and beauty of the human spirit.
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ALSAC's Response to COVID-19
03/16/2020
The President and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, expresses our concern and gratitude during this challenging time, and also provide a few updates on how ALSAC and St. Jude are responding to COVID-19.
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St. Jude Becomes an Official Apple Music Curator
10/15/2019
Playlists created by patients and supporters of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will be offered on the nation’s most used music streaming service.
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World's most powerful Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer arrives at St. Jude
09/12/2019
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has acquired the most powerful superconducting magnet in the world – part of a new tool that will help researchers see farther into cells than ever before.
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U.S. News & World Report focuses on global impact of childhood cancer
09/05/2019
The global challenges presented by pediatric cancer drew into sharper focus with the publication of a series of articles by U.S. News & World Report that highlighted the work of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and other institutions.
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New Study Sheds Light on the Scope of Childhood Cancer Worldwide
08/01/2019
With the measure known as disability-adjusted life years, health officials now can more accurately compare the burden of pediatric cancer with such other diseases as tuberculosis and HIV infection, researchers say.
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St. Jude Awarded $35 Million Grant for Groundbreaking Flu Research
05/23/2019
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will direct a groundbreaking, federally funded effort to discover how flu affects the developing immune system in research that will aid creation of a universal flu vaccine.
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A New Cure for 'Bubble Boy'
04/18/2019
Donors applaud as St. Jude announces gene therapy cure for babies with X-linked severe combined immunodeficiency.
