In 2011, when our son Declan was just 3 years old, he was diagnosed with primary central nervous system (CNS) rhabdomyosarcoma. “Rhabdo,” is a rare and aggressive cancer that typically develops in the soft tissue of the body, like the muscles. But for Declan, the tumor grew in CNS. The tumors were diffuse — as if a dirty cancer bomb had exploded, leaving shrapnel all along his spine, wrapped tight at his brain stem and lumbar spine. Surgery to remove the entire tumor was not possible and high dose radiation... Read More
The Childhood Cancer Blog
Welcome to The Childhood Cancer Blog
from Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation!
Every family facing a cancer diagnosis dreams of the end of treatment and beginning of survivorship. Today, nearly 85% of children reach the 5-year cancer-free milestone.
Survivorship can look different for everyone. Many kids continue to struggle with long-term side effects from treatment, which is why the fight for safer, less toxic treatments continues.
We're celebrating all heroes who give hope to the next generation. Here are three childhood cancer survivors who inspire us to keep going.
1. Arden ... Read More
Turning lemons into lemonade is hard business. It takes a special kind of person to make the best out of the worst of times. This Father’s Day, we’re celebrating all dads who help inspire their families to keep fighting.
Whether it’s becoming their child’s biggest advocate, supporting their dreams or teaching them the strength of paying it forward, dads have the power to make a difference. Here are three outstanding fathers who are taking a stand by raising funds for childhood cancer research.
1. Todd Schultz
“We don’t want any... Read More