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 Kim - Rhabdomyosarcoma (cancer) ...June 3rd was my 12th birthday. On Friday, six years after my first diagnosis, my mom took me to my oncologist because she noticed a mass in my neck and chest. I had a biopsy on Saturday, when my birthday party had been scheduled, and a few days later I was diagnosed with lymphoma. This was not a coincidence. Ironically, all the chemo and radiation that had saved my life had increased my risk for a secondary cancer, one of the many late effects of treatment. Two more years of chemo followed... |
 Melinda - Hodgkin Lymphoma ...Four rounds and 48 doses of chemo later, I emerged thrashed and worn, yet bald and proud… Melinda gives a wonderful account of her encounter with Lympoma |
 Sadie- Leukemia ...Diagnosed with leukemia at age 2, Sadie survived thanks to her remarkable treatment. A sunny and positive personality, Sadie today pursues her ambition as a dragster driver and is a living example of hope to other cancer patients.... |
 Taylor- Leukemia ...Meet Taylor Carol. survivor to singer. Taylor started singing in the 4th grade, until he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at just 11 years old. For about 2 years Taylor's health kept him from singing, but after he went in remission he came back with an even greater passion..... |
 William- Leukemia ...in the hands of extraordinary doctors and nurses for whom I am forever grateful. Along with spending many days and nights at the hospital with only one of my parents at a time, the rest of my childhood was made normal with the help of family and friends...... |