Osteosarcoma
Early 2021 we looked into using our experience and knowledge to support other rare cancers. Due to a high clinical and unmet need and touched by a personal story of an adolescent close to our hearts with osteosarcoma, we expanded the charity’s remit to include osteosarcoma. Our mission is to drive research, provide support and improve outcomes for patients and their families.
In early 2021 the Myrovlytis Trust expanded the charity’s remit to include the rare cancer osteosarcoma. Although we are only at the beginning of our journey, we are delighted to be funding two projects researching immunotherapy and combination therapy in osteosarcoma. Additionally, we have launched our new patient friendly website Osteosarcoma Now and curated clinical trial database ONTEX.
Osteosarcoma Now was developed with the sole purpose of supporting osteosarcoma patients and their families throughout the cancer journey, wherever they live in the world. Through providing clear signposting, user-friendly interfaces and sharing the science in an accessible way we hope we can make a challenging time a little bit easier.
At the heart of the website is the Osteosarcoma Now Trial Explorer (ONTEX). Its design gives patients the tools and information to explore clinical trials and make decisions that are right for them. Each trial has been curated to give a clear picture of its aims, what it involves and who can take part in the trial. We also have information on what clinical trials are and frequently asked questions. We aim to make clinical trial information accessible and available to all.
The webpage also includes a patient toolkit which contains information for navigating health care services, a research blog that is updated weekly, and an events calendar.
Lastly, we have created an interactive map of support groups across the globe. There are so many wonderful organisations that provide different resources and support for those affected by osteosarcoma and we have collated them all in one place. If you support osteosarcoma patients we would love to hear from you and add you to our map.
During the creation of Osteosarcoma Now and ONTEX we consulted with patients and doctors across the world to create an international resource. We want Osteosarcoma Now to continue to evolve and reflect the needs of people affected by osteosarcoma. We are looking for an international panel of patients and family members to join our Osteosarcoma Advisory Board and help direct the charity’s work. Email us at contact@osteosarcomanow.org to find out more.
View our current funding opportunities here.
If you are a researcher with a focus on translational research into osteosarcoma, we are keen to hear from you. Please contact us at contact@myrovlytistrust.org.
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