1. Learn the basics about DMG/DIPG. Basic Information about DMG/DIPG
2. Encourage legislators to support increased funding for DMG/DIPG and Childhood Cancer. Thank the US Senators and Representatives who sponsor or co-sponsor bills and support the work of the childhood cancer community. Current Legislative Efforts. You can easily see if your Senator or Representative is a sponsor or co-sponsor.
3. Support families affected by DMG/DIPG financially and otherwise if you are able. Treatment, travel for clinical trials and therapy is extremely costly and can be an incredible burden on some families. Although our Foundation does not link to private Go Fund Me or Caringbridge pages, many families need support. Here are some additional sources that may help guide you about what you can do to help.
- The Do's and Don't of Helping a Friend Whose Child is Battling Cancer
- What to Say (and Not Say) to Parents of a Terminally Ill Child
