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Childhood cancer

Cameron

“We went in and the pediatrician goes, ‘You know, I’m not really sure what this is.’” – Kristina, Cameron’s mom The bump seemed harmless. Cameron… Read More »Cameron

Thomas

Thomas

“He hated being in the hospital, but he dealt with it better than I ever could have imagined,” – Amber, Thomas’s mom It all started… Read More »Thomas

Kabir

“We’re only going to thrive as a family after going through this.” – Bhavika, Kabir’s mom Fighting cancer, and facing its heartbreak, runs in the… Read More »Kabir

Childhood Cancer Stories - Taft

Taft

“They said he has leukemia, and I thought what I’m sure anyone else would, that he’s going to die,” – Julie, Taft’s mom The family… Read More »Taft

childhood cancer stories - ryan

Ryan

“Dear Jesus, thank you for this wonderful day.” – Ryan The life changes that come with a childhood cancer diagnosis extend far beyond frequent trips… Read More »Ryan

Owen

“Raising awareness and research is something that we desperately need,” said Sarah. Owen’s happy-go-lucky attitude can outshine anyone in the room. His family likes to… Read More »Owen

Childhood Cancer Stories - Elijah

Elijah

“I told them he’s 13 years old and weighs 47 pounds. That’s not normal,” – Jennifer, Elijah’s mom Before Elijah starts college, he plans to… Read More »Elijah

Gary

Gary

 “He had an effect on everybody, just by being polite.” – Cheryl, Gary’s mom Cheryl and Chet never thought they could have kids. That’s what… Read More »Gary

Childhood Cancer Stories - Sydney

Sydney

“Be you!” – Sydney Sydney’s mom, Kristin, was the “healthy mom.” The occasional Fruit by the Foot or Gusher made their way into the family… Read More »Sydney

Childhood Cancer Stories - Elliott

Elliott

“What’s gotten us through this is watching Elliott and his attitude, the kid is something else.” – Jessica, Elliott’s mom When the difficulties of life… Read More »Elliott