What is Proton Therapy and Why the Kids Need Our Help?

Proton Therapy for Cancer Treatment

Effective cancer treatment with a lower risk of severe side effects.

For patients facing many types of cancer, proton therapy offers an effective alternative to traditional radiation.

What makes proton radiation different?

Proton radiation can be directed to reach only the areas of the body that are affected by cancer. This leads to more accurate therapy, with less risk that healthy tissue will be exposed to radiation - and this can reduce the risk of complications and side effects.

Fewer treatment complications mean that physicians can deliver higher doses of proton radiation to cancer sites, and an increased dose of proton radiation can improve the chances for a successful outcome.

What is proton therapy? An effective alternative to traditional radiation that targets tumors and cancer cells more precisely.

FOR CHILDREN, PROTON THERAPY ACHIEVES 1MM ACCURACY FOR BRAIN OR SPINAL CANCERS WHILE PRESERVING THE SURROUNDING TISSUE FROM THE POWERFUL PROTON RADIATION TREATMENT!

However, if children are scared of the process and need constant sedation, then risk and cost goes up.  This is where Zap Kids Cancer is helping to make a difference.  Please join us in doing so as you learn more!