Joy lands in Metro DC: Aflac and Sunrise Association deliver My Special Aflac Duck® to childhood cancer patients
Aflac Incorporated, in partnership with Sunrise Association, delivered over 75 My Special Aflac Ducks to children at Horizon Day Camp–Metro DC. This free robotic companion, designed for pediatric cancer patients, helps children prepare for medical procedures and communicate their feelings. Aflac also contributed $70,000 to support the camp.
Since 2019, Aflac has distributed more than 31,000 ducks free of charge. A recent clinical study by Emory University showed that the duck helps pediatric patients cope with treatment-related distress and anxiety. The duck has received recognition, including being named one of Time Magazine's 50 Best Inventions.
This initiative is part of Aflac's nearly 30-year, $183 million commitment to pediatric cancer and blood disorder support. The program continues to expand in the U.S., Japan, and Northern Ireland.
Aflac Incorporated, in collaborazione con la Sunrise Association, ha consegnato oltre 75 My Special Aflac Ducks ai bambini del Horizon Day Camp–Metro DC. Questo compagno robotico gratuito, progettato per i pazienti pediatrici affetti da cancro, aiuta i bambini a prepararsi per le procedure mediche e a comunicare i propri sentimenti. Aflac ha inoltre contribuito con 70.000 dollari per sostenere il campo.
Dal 2019, Aflac ha distribuito più di 31.000 anatre senza alcun costo. Un recente studio clinico dell'Emory University ha dimostrato che l'anatra aiuta i pazienti pediatrici a far fronte allo stress e all'ansia legati ai trattamenti. L'anatra ha ricevuto riconoscimenti, tra cui l'inclusione tra i 50 migliori invenzioni della rivista Time.
Questa iniziativa fa parte dell'impegno di Aflac, che dura da quasi 30 anni e ammonta a 183 milioni di dollari, a sostegno della lotta contro il cancro pediatrico e i disturbi del sangue. Il programma continua a espandersi negli Stati Uniti, in Giappone e in Irlanda del Nord.
Aflac Incorporated, en colaboración con Sunrise Association, entregó más de 75 My Special Aflac Ducks a niños en Horizon Day Camp–Metro DC. Este compañero robótico gratuito, diseñado para pacientes pediátricos con cáncer, ayuda a los niños a prepararse para los procedimientos médicos y a comunicar sus sentimientos. Aflac también contribuyó con 70,000 dólares para apoyar el campamento.
Desde 2019, Aflac ha distribuido más de 31,000 patos sin ningún costo. Un reciente estudio clínico de la Universidad de Emory mostró que el pato ayuda a los pacientes pediátricos a lidiar con el estrés y la ansiedad relacionados con el tratamiento. El pato ha recibido reconocimientos, incluido ser nombrado uno de los 50 mejores inventos de la revista Time.
Esta iniciativa es parte del compromiso de Aflac de casi 30 años y 183 millones de dólares en apoyo a la lucha contra el cáncer pediátrico y los trastornos de la sangre. El programa sigue expandiéndose en Estados Unidos, Japón e Irlanda del Norte.
Aflac Incorporated는 Sunrise Association과 협력하여 Horizon Day Camp–Metro DC의 아동들에게 75마리 이상의 My Special Aflac Ducks를 전달했습니다. 이 무료 로봇 동반자는 소아 암 환자를 위해 설계되었으며, 아동들이 의료 절차에 대비하고 자신의 감정을 전달하는 데 도움을 줍니다. 또한 Aflac은 캠프 지원을 위해 70,000 달러를 기부했습니다.
2019년 이후 Aflac은 31,000마리 이상의 오리를 무료로 배포했습니다. Emory University의 최근 임상 연구에 따르면, 이 오리는 소아 환자가 치료와 관련된 고통과 불안에 대처하는 데 도움을 줍니다. 이 오리는 타임 매거진의 50대 최고의 발명품 중 하나로 선정되는 등의 인정을 받았습니다.
이 이니셔티브는 Aflac의 거의 30년 동안 1억 8천 3백만 달러를 소아 암과 혈액 장애 지원에 투자한 노력의 일환입니다. 이 프로그램은 미국, 일본, 북아일랜드에서 계속 확장되고 있습니다.
Aflac Incorporated, en partenariat avec Sunrise Association, a livré plus de 75 My Special Aflac Ducks à des enfants au Horizon Day Camp–Metro DC. Ce compagnon robotique gratuit, conçu pour les patients pédiatriques atteints de cancer, aide les enfants à se préparer aux interventions médicales et à communiquer leurs sentiments. Aflac a également contribué avec 70 000 dollars au soutien du camp.
Depuis 2019, Aflac a distribué plus de 31 000 canards sans frais. Une récente étude clinique de l'Université Emory a montré que le canard aide les patients pédiatriques à faire face au stress et à l'anxiété liés au traitement. Le canard a été reconnu, notamment en étant nommé l'une des 50 meilleures inventions du magazine Time.
Cette initiative fait partie de l'engagement d'Aflac depuis près de 30 ans, d'un montant de 183 millions de dollars, en faveur de la lutte contre le cancer pédiatrique et les troubles sanguins. Le programme continue de s'étendre aux États-Unis, au Japon et en Irlande du Nord.
Aflac Incorporated hat in Partnerschaft mit der Sunrise Association über 75 My Special Aflac Ducks an Kinder im Horizon Day Camp–Metro DC übergeben. Diese kostenlose robotische Begleitperson, die für pädiatrische Krebspatienten entwickelt wurde, hilft Kindern, sich auf medizinische Verfahren vorzubereiten und ihre Gefühle zu kommunizieren. Aflac hat außerdem 70.000 Dollar zur Unterstützung des Camps beigetragen.
Seit 2019 hat Aflac mehr als 31.000 Enten kostenlos verteilt. Eine aktuelle klinische Studie der Emory University hat gezeigt, dass die Ente pädiatrischen Patienten hilft, mit behandlungsbedingtem Stress und Angst umgehen zu können. Die Ente wurde anerkannt, einschließlich der Nominierung als einer der 50 besten Erfindungen von Time Magazine.
Diese Initiative ist Teil des fast 30-jährigen Engagements von Aflac in Höhe von 183 Millionen Dollar zur Unterstützung von pädiatrischem Krebs und Blutkrankheiten. Das Programm weitet sich weiterhin in den USA, Japan und Nordirland aus.
- Aflac distributed over 75 My Special Aflac Ducks to children with cancer, showcasing corporate social responsibility
- Aflac contributed $70,000 to support children with cancer and their siblings to attend camp
- Clinical study by Emory University showed the duck helps pediatric patients cope with treatment-related distress and anxiety
- Aflac has distributed more than 31,000 ducks free of charge since 2019
- The initiative is part of Aflac's $183 million commitment to pediatric cancer and blood disorder support
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More than 75 robotic ducks were given free of charge to campers
Since 2019, Aflac has distributed more than 31,000 ducks free of charge to children ages 3 and up with a pediatric cancer or blood disorders like sickle cell diagnosis. The robotic companion was designed in consult with more than 100 children, families and medical professionals in conjunction with Empath Labs to produce the comforting, lifelike movements, and many more features that bring cheer. My Special Aflac Duck was recently the focus of a three-year clinical study spearheaded by researchers at Emory University and conducted at eight hospitals across the country. The study, which included 160 patients, their families and health care professionals, was released in April, showing that My Special Aflac Duck helps pediatric patients with cancer cope with treatment-related distress and anxiety. The duck was named one of Time Magazine's 50 Best Inventions and named Best in Show at CES and South by Southwest in 2018.
"The excitement around My Special Aflac Duck is palpable," said Jeff Dannick, Executive Director, Pozez JCC of
Campers were given a demonstration of the duck and an overview of their new companion's features by Aflac Senior Manager Buffy Swinehart, who heads Aflac Corporate Social Responsibility. The Horizon Day Camp–Metro DC delivery is part of Aflac's nearly 30-year and more than
"The joy on the campers' faces says it all: My Special Aflac Duck spreads cheer and allows the children an opportunity to play and relax," Swinehart said. "The duck not only helps them express their emotions, but it also helps familiarize them with health care procedures through medical play, allowing the children an opportunity have a shared experience with their duck. And we now know through the recent Emory University study that the duck helps with treatment-related stress and anxiety. This international program keeps expanding in the
Health care providers, support organizations and families can order My Special Aflac Duck free of charge for children 3 years or older who have been diagnosed with cancer or sickle cell disease at myspecialaflacduck.com.
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About Horizon Day Camp-Metro DC
Horizon Day Camp-Metro DC is a proud member of the Sunrise Association, whose mission is to bring back the joys of childhood to children with cancer and their siblings worldwide. Sunrise accomplishes this through the creation and oversight of welcoming, inclusive summer day camps, year-round programs and in-hospital recreational activities, all offered free of charge. Horizon Day Camp-Metro DC is a project between the Pozez JCC and the Sunrise Association. Learn more about Horizon Day Camp-Metro DC at https://horizondaycamp.org/metrodc/.
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