Dear Friend,

May 6 marks the start of National Nurses Week. And here at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, this week carries special meaning — because oncology nurses play a vital role in our patients’ lives. Their hugs can lift a patient’s spirits, and their expert actions can be lifesaving.

From the moment a patient receives a cancer diagnosis at MD Anderson, our nurses are there to help. I’m incredibly moved by their dedication and compassion, and I think you will be, too. Please watch this video and see for yourself. You’ll also hear survivors and families talk about the life-changing care their nurses provided.

MD Anderson’s nurses are at the heart of Making Cancer History^®, and we’re proud to support them during National Nurses Week. The next time you see a nurse, be sure to stop and say, “Thank you for all you do!”

Best regards,

Maria Gelormini
Senior Associate Vice President for Development Services