Thousands of cyclists set off on a two-day adventure this weekend with the goal of raising more than $3 million for Children’s Hospital Colorado. Source: ‘She’s Kicking Cancer’s Butt’: Teen Survivor Joins Bikeathon To Support Children’s Hospital
Tag: childhood cancer
Girl fights leukemia with Christmas wishes from thousands
A southeastern Michigan girl who is battling leukemia has many fans _ more than 4,500 so far and growing by the day. Source: Girl fights leukemia with Christmas wishes from thousands
At 8, this Belleville girl has already beaten cancer and leukemia. Now she tackles school.
A Southern Illinois child has returned to school after a bone marrow transplant from her sister helped her defeat a rare and often fatal cancer and leukemia. Her family is grateful for the community’s support. Source: At 8, this Belleville girl has already beaten cancer and leukemia. Now she tackles school.
PINKY SWEAR FOUNDATION: Foundation gives area children with cancer special holiday surprise
PINKY SWEAR FOUNDATION: Foundation gives area children with cancer special holiday surprise Source: PINKY SWEAR FOUNDATION: Foundation gives area children with cancer special holiday surprise
Two-year-old cancer patient meets her organ donor
Two-year-old cancer patient meets her organ donor. Source: Two-year-old cancer patient meets her organ donor
Charity Brings Smiles to Young Cancer Fighters
Charity Brings Smiles to Young Cancer Fighters Source: Charity Brings Smiles to Young Cancer Fighters
Soccer squad gives young cancer patient MVP treatment
Gold was the theme of the night at a recent Newbury Park High School girls’ soccer game—but it had nothing to do with trophies or medals.The team faced off against league rival Agoura on Friday while wearing gold ribbons and headbands to show their support for putting an end to childhood cancer. GETTING THEIR KICKS—Brooke…
11-year-old cancer victim inspires Mustard Challenge to raise money for pediatric cancer research
An 11-year-old girl’s battle with cancer and her wish to make sure no other child must fight the disease have inspired a new viral challenge involving mustard. The Mustard Challenge, started by the No More Kids With Cancer charity, asks participants to eat a spoonful of mustard, share the moment on social media and challenge…
Doctor works to create cancer-fighting video game in honor of late patient
In the hours before her 11-year-old daughter passed away, Dr. Lisa Amato said she made her a promise.“The conversation I had with Kate that day — and the conversation I still have in my heart with her — is that her loving, kind, beautiful spirit is going to stay lit,” Amato told ABC News. “I…
Chicago firefighters surprise boy, 4, with terminal cancer
Members of the Chicago Fire Department paid a special surprise visit to a 4-year-old boy who loves firefighters and has terminal cancer. Firefighters and paramedics from the 11th Battalion gathered at a home in Gladstone Park not for an emergency, but for an urgent request to visit Mason Orchard. “We couldn’t bring him to the…
Traverse City School Celebrates Student With Cancer Before Make-A-Wish Trip
A Traverse Heights Elementary School room was full of excitement Wednesday afternoon, all in honor of a very special classmate. Source: Traverse City School Celebrates Student With Cancer Before Make-A-Wish Trip
4-Year-Old’s Cancer Treatment Made Easier by Neighbors in Same Situation
A neighborhood in Utah is rallying around a little girl who has a rare type of cancer.KSL’s Ashley Moser reported on 4-year-old Harper Morgan’s battle to beat the disease and how a neighbor is making it a little easier. “She hasn’t been able to be as social,” says Harper’s mom Cora Morgan, talking about her…
