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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario

@pogo4kids.bsky.social
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POGO ensures that all children and youth with cancer, survivors of childhood cancer, and their families in Ontario are given equal access to state of the art cancer care.

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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Dr. Lindsay Jibb ( @sickkidsto.bsky.social ) highlights how digital psychotherapy can ease stress for parents of children with cancer—strengthening emotional support and family well-being through the EASE program.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Dr. Stephen Hunger @childrensphila.bsky.social shares insights on mentorship, research, and finding purpose while building a rewarding path in pediatric oncology.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Inspired by Taylor Swift’s concert tour, Dr. Elizabeth Mullen @danafarber.bsky.social takes audiences through the evolution of Wilms tumour care—from early discoveries to today’s groundbreaking therapies that have transformed outcomes.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Nate Seroski shares trauma-informed approaches that help young patients feel safe, supported, and resilient through medical procedures.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Dr. Stephen Hunger @childrensphila.bsky.social Dr. Sumit Gupta @sickkidsto.bsky.social and Dr. Thai Hoa Tran CHU Sainte-Justine unpack difficult ALL scenarios and evolving approaches in care.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
From early chemotherapy breakthroughs to the latest in immunotherapy, Dr. Stephen Hunger @childrensphila.bsky.social outlines how advances in science are redefining the future of childhood ALL treatment.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
To open the POGO Symposium, Vinesha Ramasamy shares her story as a childhood cancer survivor and Tamil Eelam refugee, highlighting how culture, identity, and lived experience shape access to care and healing.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Sue Zupanec @SickKids explains how patient-reported outcomes capture the voices of children and families to guide improvements in cancer care.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Caring for kids receiving complex infusions takes skill and compassion. Michaila Aitcheson and Stephanie Cox share nursing insights on managing #Dinutuximab and #Blinatumomab treatments safely and effectively. #LondonHealthSciencesCentre #McMastersChildrensHospital
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
#JeffreyPernica @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social shares updates on infection prevention and management in pediatric oncology.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
The evolving world of treatment is in focus as Sarah Courtney, Meagan DeJesus, and Lee-Anne Pires from @sickkidsto.bsky.social discuss CAR T and BMT therapies and what they mean for young patients.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Turning research into real-world care—Toria Vair demonstrates how evidence-based practice improves daily experiences for children with cancer and their families. #McMasterChildrensHospital #ChildhoodCancerCare
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Lindsay Jibb shares how mobile technology is transforming how children’s pain is tracked, managed and eased throughout treatment. Lindsay Jibb | @sickkidsto.bsky.social
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
When it comes to caring for teens, words matter. Samantha Scime and Jennifer Catsburg explore how honest communication builds trust and helps young people feel understood. #AYACare #TalkingtoTeens
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Sue Zupanec, Eleanor Hendershot, Denise Mills, Paulette Lamb and Minjoo Ahn highlight how every role matters in childhood cancer care! Learn more about POGO Symposium: www.pogo.ca/education/po... @sickkidsto.bsky.social | McMaster Children’s Hospital
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C17 Council @c17council.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
@pogo4kids.bsky.social is accepting applications for its 2025-2026 Research Grant. This opportunity supports research that advances the 2024-2029 Childhood Cancer Care Plan and makes a meaningful difference for children, youth, survivors, and families in Ontario. www.pogo.ca/research-dat...
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Research Funding - POGO - Pediatric Oncology of Ontario
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
Childhood cancers are unique; they’re not just adult cancers in pint-sized bodies. Lear more at www.pogo.ca #POGOKids #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #ChildhoodCancer #Oncology #Chemo #Charity #Healthcare #PediatricOncology #ChildhoodCancerSmarts #ChildhoodCancerCarePlan
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month💛 Here is how you can get involved: www.pogo.ca/ccam/ #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #CCAM #POGOKids #ChildhoodCancerSmarts #ChildhoodCancerCarePlan
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
In 2024, families made 6,500 visits to POGO Satellite Clinics— that is 6,500 long-distance trips avoided. We’re proud to bring expert, outpatient childhood cancer care closer to home in Ontario. Read more: hospitalnews.com/childhood-ca... #Hospital #HospitalNews #ChildhoodCancer #ThunderBay
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Childhood cancer care is closer to home thanks to POGO’s Satellite Clinic Network
Learn about the struggles families face with childhood cancer care, including long drives and emotional tolls during treatment.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Such a wonderful partnership between #CHEO and #CanadianBloodServices to continue to support the need for blood donors, especially at it relates to #ChildhoodCancer care. Read: www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic... #BloodDonation #CancerTreatment #BloodDrive #BloodDonors #CTVNews #Oncology #Pediatric
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CHEO rolls up its sleeves to support Canadian Blood Services campaign to recruit new donors
On Friday, the Canadian Blood Services launched a new partnership with CHEO to support the “Who’s Saving Who” campaign, the agency’s ambitious goal to recruit one million new blood donors by 2030.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
Mark your calendars! Next year’s POGO PJ Party will return to Steam Whistle Brewing on Thursday, February 26, 2026. In the meantime, revisit some of the highlights of last year's party captured in the 2025 PJ Party sizzle reel @ pogopjparty.com #POGOPJParty #ForNowForLife #ChampionKidsCancerCare
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POGO PJ PARTY
WEAR YOUR PJs IN SUPPORT OF KIDS’ CANCER CARE
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
POGO clinical guidelines improve #ChildhoodCancerCare thanks to experts & survivors from 10 countries who shared their time & insight. Your work shapes best practice & better outcomes. Thank you! 💛 #NVW2025 #NationalVolunteerWeek #ForNowForLife #SupportiveCare #POGO
Picture of child using red light therapy to help heal mouth sores from 
cancer treatment—an approach recommended 
by POGO’s supportive care guidelines.
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Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario @pogo4kids.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
“I was diagnosed with a brain tumour at 4 years old. While I survived, I developed scoliosis and lost my hearing. With the support of my POGO Counsellor, I was able to go to college and even secure my first paying job!” Help more survivors like Emelia get the care they need. Go to pogo.ca to donate.
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