In this episode, Jamie shares more about her experience as a cancer survivor and Dragonfly volunteer and supporter. (She also makes a joyous surprise announcement!!) The unconditional love she received from her family, especially her mom who took on most of the burden as a caregiver, was so important to her recovery. She acknowledges the emotional strain her challenges had …
Jamie’s Story (Part 1)
Jamie, a longtime supporter of The Dragonfly Foundation and cancer survivor, sits down with Ria Davidson, co-founder of Dragonfly, to reflect on her battle with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) as a 21 years old. (Myelogenous leukemia is a cancer of the blood and bone marrow. The word “acute” in AML denotes the disease’s rapid progression.) Now married with children, …
Stacy & Adam’s Story
In this episode, dragonfly parents, Stacy and Adam, reflect on the impact cancer and The Dragonfly Foundation have had on their family after their young daughter Kylie was diagnosed. They also share stories of the support they received from the community, their children’s school, and others. Dragonfly has been with them from the beginning, starting with a bag of essentials …
Rick’s Story: A 5-time Survivor
Rick, age 32, is a 5-time survivor and a Dragonfly. Since age 8, Rick has diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a form of brain cancer. He endured numerous surgeries and aggressive chemotherapy and radiation treatments (including cranial and spinal radiation). Numerous side effects compromised his immune system and resulted in other medical concerns, including bacterial meningitis and shingles. He conquered his original …
Alecia Lipton, Hoxworth and Dragonfly
Alecia Lipton, Assistant Interim Director with Hoxworth Blood Center at the University of Cincinnati sits down for an interview with Ria Davidson, co-founder of The Dragonfly Foundation, to share information about Hoxworth, the process of donating blood and blood products and the Dragonfly effect. Alecia shared that 40% of Hoxworth’s blood supply goes to pediatric cancer patients in Greater Cincinnati. Since …
Dragonfly Participates in Combined Federal Campaign (#64883)
The Dragonfly Foundation is part of the 2019 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). Federal employees, retired military and retired civilians can make a one-time contribution (i.e., cash, check, or credit card) or a recurring pledge through their annuity. Please select The Dragonfly Foundation (CFC #64883) as your beneficiary. CLICK HERE to make a contribution or pledge. Minimum contribution amounts via payroll …
New Episode of The Dragonfly Effect
In this podcast, Dragonfly mom, Aimee, shares what happened after they moved to Cincinnati, OH in the hope of finding a cure for her teen-aged son Ian’s health issues. After being misinformed by doctors in her former town, a Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center endocrinologist diagnosed Ian with a rare form of cancer: Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH). This form of cancer …
Thank you, Marty
Marty Brennaman, Hall of Fame Broadcast Announcer, has been a huge supporter of The Dragonfly Foundation since the night in 2012 when he shaved his head to fulfill a promise after a bet. That event, along with Marty’s 70th birthday and, later his retirement party in 2019, were celebrated at Great American Ball Park after Reds games. Both those events …