
LFS Association
@lfsassociation
We are families, like you who have been devastated by the effects of Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, a hereditary cancer predisposition syndrome.
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Seeking research study participants, Dana-Farber is leading an IRB-approved INFORM study utilizing a blood test to screen for cancers with goal to help guide the next steps for diagnosis. Learn more today ow.ly/2aof50VmK2E #lifraumeni




In partnership with Boston Children's and Dana-Farber, the LFSA 5th International Youth Workshop will be held August 15-17, 2025. A cornerstone of Legacy of Hope, this unique experience for youth with Li-Fraumeni syndrome (LFS) empowers them to make lifelong peer connections.



The Toronto Protocol provides a surveillance tool to help those with #LiFraumeni syndrome identify tumors at the earliest stage #earlydetection is at the heart of effective intervention. Hear from the protocol’s lead investigator, David Malkin, MD, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) , Toronto, as

In 1969, NIH scientists Drs. Li and Fraumeni first reported a rare familial syndrome involving multiple cancers. Today, the NIH is the single largest public funder of biomedical research in the world. Recent funding cuts impacting NIH and National Cancer Institute have far-reaching implications

Improving the quality of life for those in the Li-Fraumeni syndrome community is at the heart of the groundbreaking work computational biologist David Hoyos is leading at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Research on therapies unprecedented in LFS, such as immunotherapies and mRNA vaccines, aim

Families with Li-Fraumeni syndrome face challenges with incredible hope, strength and dignity. The LFS community inspires Dr. Jane Churpek, Physician Scientist UW–Madison, who remains dedicated to prevention and to a future without cancer diagnosis. Share her message — and




Seeking participants 18-29 years old for National Cancer Institute research study that is developing a mental health resource for young adults with Li-Fraumeni syndrome. Learn more about what is involved, study eligibility and compensation for time at bit.ly/3Tj3z5k #lifraumeni





Climb for a Cure is going strong this summer to raise funds for the LFSA Youth Workshop in August at Dana-Farber and Boston Children's. Erica's team climbed the 199 steps of the Cape May Lighthouse this month and currently is at 98% of their $10,000 fundraising goal:



While scans are critical for staying ahead of #LiFraumeni syndrome-related cancers, the emotional toll of routine screenings can be heavy. Next up in the LFSA Legacy of Hope webinar series, Dr. Rowan Forbes-Shepherd of National Cancer Institute will share an insightful look at new research on
