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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

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Women with Li-Fraumeni syndrome have a higher risk of developing breast cancer - early detection saves lives. This LFSA Legacy of Hope webinar will focus on breast cancer screening, including why it's important, how it works, risks, who should get screened and types of tests

Women with Li-Fraumeni syndrome have a higher risk of developing breast cancer - early detection saves lives. This LFSA Legacy of Hope webinar will focus on breast cancer screening, including why it's important, how it works, risks, who should get screened and types of tests
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An important update on new Li-Fraumeni syndrome screening recommendations is available for the LFSA community to share, part of impactful new programming launching this month. Early cancer detection contributes to increased survival. Every few years, an expert panel of LFS

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While most cancers happen by chance, some are passed down through family genes. Understanding cancer genetics can lead to earlier detection and better outcomes. Learn more: bit.ly/4jrUFOp

While most cancers happen by chance, some are passed down through family genes. Understanding cancer genetics can lead to earlier detection and better outcomes. Learn more: bit.ly/4jrUFOp
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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.

In partnership with <a href="/BostonChildrens/">Boston Children's</a> and <a href="/DanaFarber/">Dana-Farber</a>, 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.
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Today is International Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (LFS) Awareness Day. Join LFSA to spread lifesaving resources about the importance of #genetictesting and early detection. Share powerful stories and join upcoming webinars to connect directly with #lifraumeni experts. Please amplify

Today is International Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (LFS) Awareness Day. Join LFSA to spread lifesaving resources about the importance of #genetictesting and early detection.

Share powerful stories and join upcoming webinars to connect directly with #lifraumeni experts. Please amplify
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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

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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

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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

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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

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Highly informative and interactive, the 2025 LFSA 5th International Youth Workshop is complimentary for LFS youth and their caregivers. Submit an interest form today at bit.ly/4kxXRs5 This unique experience empowers youth with #LiFraumeni syndrome to make lifelong peer

Highly informative and interactive, the 2025 LFSA 5th International Youth Workshop is complimentary for LFS youth and their caregivers. Submit an interest form today at bit.ly/4kxXRs5

This unique experience empowers youth with #LiFraumeni syndrome to make lifelong peer
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Climb for a Cure 2025 is open! Run, walk, hike, bike or organize an activity to rally support anywhere, anytime this summer. There are many ways to participate. Create a team, host an event in-person or virtually, or join others in fundraising to support the 2025 LFSA Youth

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Presented at ASCO this week, Dana-Farber researchers shared findings on whole-body MRI as a crucial test modality for individuals with Li-Fraumeni syndrome. The prospective cohort study found annual whole-body MRIs contribute substantially to detection of asymptomatic localized

Presented at <a href="/ASCO/">ASCO</a> this week, <a href="/DanaFarber/">Dana-Farber</a> researchers shared findings on whole-body MRI as a crucial test modality for individuals with Li-Fraumeni syndrome.

The prospective cohort study found annual whole-body MRIs contribute substantially to detection of asymptomatic localized
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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

Seeking participants 18-29 years old for <a href="/theNCI/">National Cancer Institute</a>  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
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We're inspired by Climb for a Cure 2025 efforts underway - join the movement! Erica is climbing the 199 stairs of the Cape May Lighthouse next month and already raised nearly $8,000! Hope Hunters for Cody has rallied their network to raise more than $3,800 walking in hope and

We're inspired by Climb for a Cure 2025 efforts underway - join the movement!

Erica is climbing the 199 stairs of the Cape May Lighthouse next month and already raised nearly $8,000!

Hope Hunters for Cody has rallied their network to raise more than $3,800 walking in hope and
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The Fitzgerald family and the inspiring legacy of Cole Fitzgerald are helping to bring new light to Li-Fraumeni syndrome and how early detection can save lives and improve outcomes. Research on new screening and treatment options remains promising. Dr. David Malkin, LFSA Medical

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The AACR has published its 2025 update on screening recommendations for individuals with Li-Fraumeni syndrome. Please visit and share the details, available at bit.ly/LFS_ScreeningU… The LFSA Genetic Counseling Advisory Group helped provide clear descriptions of the changes

The <a href="/AACR/">AACR</a> has published its 2025 update on screening recommendations for individuals with Li-Fraumeni syndrome. Please visit and share the details, available at bit.ly/LFS_ScreeningU…

The LFSA Genetic Counseling Advisory Group helped provide clear descriptions of the changes
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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:

Climb for a Cure is going strong this summer to raise funds for the LFSA Youth Workshop in August at <a href="/DanaFarber/">Dana-Farber</a> and <a href="/BostonChildrens/">Boston Children's</a>.

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:
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Relatively resistant to cancer development, elephants carry multiple copies of p53, indicating a potential strategy against cancer predisposition inspired by nature. Learn more about recently published research out of the National Cancer Centre Singapore based on the hypothesis

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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

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 <a href="/theNCI/">National Cancer Institute</a> will share an insightful look at new research on