The National Cancer Institute recently issued their report, a Snapshot of Pediatric Cancers. 
According to this report, with over 12,000 children diagnosed with cancer each year in the United States, cancer is the leading cause of disease-related death for children 0-14 years of age. Brain cancer, tumors in the central nervous system and leukemias were noted at 50% of all new pediatric cancer cases.
According to the National Cancer Institute, the 5 year survival rate for children with cancer is about 83%–a 20% improvement from the 1970s.
The National Cancer Institute also reports to have increased its investment in pediatric cancer research by over $20 million in the last four years to $195.5 million in fiscal year 2011.
For the complete article, A Snapshot of Pediatric Cancers visit the National Cancer Institute.
Thank you for visiting us. The Jessie Rees Foundation is a pediatric cancer foundation inspired by 
12 year old Jessie Rees. Jessie was a beautiful, athletic, smart and compassionate girl who fought two brain tumors (DIPG) for ten months and two days. On January 5, 2012 Jessie earned her angel wings. During her courageous fight, Jessie focused on spreading hope, joy and love to other kids fighting. She knew having cancer made you feel lonely and limited so she chose to spread love stuffed in her JoyJars®. JoyJars® have now become a recognized symbol of hope, joy and love in over 200 Children’s Hospitals, 175 Ronald McDonald Houses and 11 countries. Jessie also shared her motto to NEGU (Never Ever Give Up) through her Facebook Fan Page that has over 200,00 fans. This message of hope, strength and perseverance has made its way around the world inspiring both young and old to stay strong and reach for their goals. Jessie’s motto to Never Ever Give Up will always be our message to kids and families across the globe.
To join Jessie in supporting courageous kids fighting cancer, donate for JoyJars.