World Eye Cancer Hope

Please join World Eye Cancer Hope and the global #retinoblastoma community at #OneRbWorld 2024 in Honolulu, Hawaii, October 15-17, 2024! ☀️ Find out more and register at https://lnkd.in/deiuxw38 This video was created by students in the Nonprofit Leadership Institute at Montgomery College, together with our #WECHope USA director, Clayonia Colbert-Dorsey, ASAE DELP Scholar Alumni. The complimentary project gave students of the Media Production Department an opportunity to volunteer while developing video production skills! And we hope it entices you to join us amongst the palm trees and island breeze as we connect with eye and #cancer specialists, researchers, parents, and survivors from around the world to pursue the best possible retinoblastoma care for all children and throughout life. Families and children encouraged to join the fun! ⭐ An alt-text description of video images can be found under the video at https://lnkd.in/gBu2q397. #childhoodcancer #childhoodcancerresearch #childhoodcancerawareness #hawaiievents #integrativeoncology #cancerspecialists #childlife

Thank you to our friends at Know The Glow for releasing your own #OneRbWorld2024 recap blog! We couldn't be happier that Megan Webber, founder of #KnowTheGlow, participated in a panel titled “Know the Glow Around the Globe" during our conference, where she shared the stage with Dr. Andrew Blaikie and Karsten Paust from the Arclight Project and TanZanEye. You can read the blog here here: https://bit.ly/3Yp40xj "Earlier this month, Megan Webber attended the One #Retinoblastoma World Conference in Honolulu, Hawaii, and left feeling more hopeful than ever about the future of #EarlyDetection and global collaboration in retinoblastoma awareness. The event brought together an incredible array of voices—including parents, survivors, #oncologists, #ocularists, and researchers—united by a common goal: improving the detection, treatment, and support for retinoblastoma patients and their families worldwide. The conference was a resounding success, highlighting the unique challenges and achievements of people from across the world working to combat retinoblastoma, a rare form of #EyeCancer that typically affects young children. It created a platform for diverse perspectives, with participants sharing their experiences, challenges, and aspirations for the future of retinoblastoma care." #ChildhoodCancer #OcularOncology #PediatricOncology #Pediatrics #ChildhoodCancerResearch #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #IntegrativeMedicine #IntegrativeOncology

🌺 Hawaii Says “ALOHA” to #OneRbWorld2024! #Waikiki Beach was the breathtaking backdrop for our 7th #OneRbWorld Conference, where 175 guests joined us live and many more tuned in online for an unforgettable experience! Honolulu played host to an inspiring gathering of #retinoblastoma warriors—patients, survivors, families, and the world’s leading medical experts. In this blog, Marissa D. Gonzalez, our passionate President and founding board member of World Eye Cancer Hope USA, recaps the heartwarming social gathering and kick-off of Day One in her first of a three-part conference review! Stay tuned for more recaps and memorable moments—and if you’re inspired, consider a donation to help us continue building this life-changing community. Every dollar counts towards a brighter future! #ChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerResearch #CancerSurvivors #ChildhoodCancerWarriors #Pediatrics #PediatricOncology #IntegrativeOncology #Hawaii https://lnkd.in/gV7pq_dA

We’re incredibly grateful to our speakers at #OneRbWorld2024, including Leia Hunt, founder of Leia's Kids Foundation. Leia brought both personality and invaluable first-hand insights as a #retinoblastoma survivor, creating an impactful experience for all. In this clip, she introduces the renowned Dr. Carol Shields, Chief #Ophthalmology Oncologist at Wills Eye Hospital, for her virtual presentation. Thank you to all who helped make this year’s #OneRbWorld unforgettable. We have so many inspiring moments and learnings from our three days in Hawaii to share… stay tuned! #ChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerResearch #Pediatrics #PediatricOncology

We can't stop reminiscing about #OneRbWorld2024!! To kick off the conference last week, we took a “3 hour tour” around #Waikiki, #DiamondHead and beyond with the energetic and educational Waikiki Trolley team. A quick stop at the deliciously tropical Ululanis Shave Lapahulu for some #ShavedIce 🍧 and then it was a twisty turvey, awe-inspiring drive up the coast. Thanks to all the families, friends, first-time conference attendees and long time supporters who joined us to soak up the warm Hawaiian trade winds and schmooze during this joyful afternoon. It was the perfect start to what turned out to be an unforgettable week of connection, learning, and fun. To help us continue organizing one-of-a-kind events like #OneRbWorld, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to World Eye Cancer Hope today: https://lnkd.in/ga5jWQWe ❤️ #ChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerResearch #Retinoblastoma #OcularOncology #Pediatrics #PediatricOncology

🌍✨ Final Call for Virtual Registration for #OneRbWorld2024! https://lnkd.in/deiuxw38 The 7th "One Retinoblastoma World" conference is NEXT WEEK, and you can still join us virtually for this life-changing event! Whether you're a survivor, family member, researcher, or advocate, this is your chance to connect with the global #retinoblastoma community from the comfort of home! 💻 Our expert-led sessions will cover the latest breakthroughs in treatment, support, and advocacy for retinoblastoma. You won't want to miss out on the valuable insights, connections, and support. 🗓️ Virtual registration closes Sunday, October 13 at 11:59pm Hawaii Time (check your local time!). Secure your spot today and be part of the action LIVE from Hawaii! 🌺🌴 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/deiuxw38 📷 Image Description: The graphic reads: "Last Chance! Virtual Registration Ends Oct. 13th." It features three photos from previous conferences: On the left, three healthcare professionals are seated at a panel table, speaking into microphones. To the right, two women stand smiling, one holding a microphone as she speaks, with her hand on her hip. Below these images, centered, is a woman speaking at a podium, her hands raised expressively. Large Hawaiian leaves decorate the corners of the graphic, adding a tropical touch. #OneRbWorld #ChildhoodCancer #CancerPrevention #CancerResearch #ChildhoodCancerResearch #Pediatrics #PediatricOncology #Ophthalmology #EyeCare #Optometrists #Optometry

🌟 "R" is for Referral, the next letter in our 2024 #AlphabetOfHope! Referral is the crucial first step when a child is suspected of having eye cancer, or when a survivor faces a second #cancer. Awareness of signs and symptoms alone isn’t enough—having a clear, supportive diagnosis pathway can save lives. Discover more in our latest blog: 'Referral for Possible Retinoblastoma or Second Primary Cancer.' https://bit.ly/3Zc1WuE ⬅️ Many parents and survivors report signs of #retinoblastoma or related cancers to primary care providers. Timely referral ensures a faster diagnosis and better treatment outcomes. In this blog, World Eye Cancer Hope CEO Abby White shares who needs referral and when, along with the essential steps of an effective referral process. 📷 Image Description: A blue and white compass sits on a beige background. Text is repeated from the caption above. #EyeCancer #CancerDiagnosis #ChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerResearch #EyeCare #EyeHealth #CancerPrevention #CancerSurvivors

The Life-Saving Power of a Squint: When to Investigate a Child’s Turned Eye 👀 For Evalynn, Gabriel, Abby, and John, a simple turned eye—known as strabismus—was one of the earliest signs of #retinoblastoma, a rare but serious #EyeCancer. But how can parents tell when a squint is cause for concern? Sandra Staffieri, Retinoblastoma Care Coordinator at The Royal Children's Hospital, #Melbourne, and one of the organizer's of this month's #OneRbWorld conference in #Hawaii, breaks down the key signs and when it’s time to take action. Don’t miss this important read—it could make all the difference. 💛 #CancerResearch #ChildhoodCancer #CancerPrevention #Ophthalmology #Oncology https://lnkd.in/gC3EwmDK

🏝️ 📆 Just a couple weeks until we’re in Hawaii for #OneRbWorld2024! 🤝 ❤️ We are so excited for the community, collaboration, and education to come with our #Retinoblastoma families, caregivers, and medical professionals. Dr. Sandra Staffieri, AO, Retinoblastoma Care Coordinator at The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation Melbourne, sends her greetings from Australia. She’s making the flight across the Pacific to join us as one of our conference organizers, but if you can’t make it we hope you’ll consider joining our program virtually! Be a part of the action, and the aloha, no matter where you are in the world. LEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/3KFc86c ⬅️ Video description: Sandra wears black sequined Mickey Mouse ears with two white flowers. She has red glasses and a blue sweater. In the background, there is a swimming pool and a green wall of shrubs. #OneRbWorld #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #Ocularists #ChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerResearch #Ophthalmology #Pediatrics #PediatricOncology #IntegrativeOncology International Society of Paediatric Oncology - SIOP

Have You Joined the "My Goal for Gold" Challenge Yet? There's still time to set your goal and make an impact this #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth! Whether you're walking, running, reading, or taking on a creative challenge, every step you take helps us support children and families affected by #retinoblastoma. Here's how YOU can still get involved: ⭐ Set your personal goal for the month. ⭐ Create a Facebook Fundraiser to support World Eye Cancer Hope, where you keep your supporters updated with your progress towards your goal! https://lnkd.in/eR4Bxus ⬅ Get started here! ⭐Share your progress and use #MyGoalForGold and #TeamRbGold to inspire others! Every action counts, every story matters, and together, we’re making a difference. Let’s finish the month strong and GO FOR GOLD! Image Description: The top of the image contains the text: "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – Join Our Challenge: 'My Goal for Gold.'" On the left side, there is an image of a family of 4 with a dog on a walking path, getting their steps in. On the right side, two cyclists are high-fiving with an ocean view in the background. Below these images, the text repeats the instructions mentioned in the caption. #ChildhoodCancer #EyeCancer #Pediatrics #PediatricOncology #EyeCare #CancerPrevention #PrimaryCare #CancerSurvivors #Cancer