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Childhood Leukemia — Good News & Uplifting Stories

Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about childhood leukemia, curated daily by BrightWire.

9 stories tagged with "Childhood Leukemia"
14-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Rings Bell at Ravens Game
Health & Wellness•Oct 3

14-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Rings Bell at Ravens Game

Hudson Gatton will ring the bell on the field at Sunday's Ravens Crucial Catch game, celebrating his victory over childhood leukemia. The 14-year-old endured over 1,000 days of chemotherapy after being diagnosed at age three.

Health & Wellness Desk•2 min read
10-Year-Old's Cancer Trial Success Shows Hope in Research
Health & Wellness•Jul 31

10-Year-Old's Cancer Trial Success Shows Hope in Research

Hannah Cole was diagnosed with leukemia on her 10th birthday, but a clinical trial at Yale's Smilow Cancer Hospital is giving her family real hope. Her story shows how research funding directly saves young lives.

Health & Wellness Desk•2 min read
6-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Cheers UNC Team at World Series
Community Heroes•Jun 21

6-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Cheers UNC Team at World Series

A leukemia survivor who formed a deep bond with UNC baseball players during treatment just got the surprise of a lifetime. Team IMPACT flew David Hill and his family to Omaha to watch the Tar Heels compete in the College World Series.

Community Heroes Desk•2 min read
Cancer Survivor Returns as Nursery Teacher at Her Hospital
Community Heroes•May 16

Cancer Survivor Returns as Nursery Teacher at Her Hospital

A young woman who battled leukemia at 12 is now working alongside the nursery teacher who comforted her through treatment. Nagi Tanaka, 25, fulfilled her promise to return to Kobe University Hospital as a child care worker.

Community Heroes Desk•3 min read
Tampa Girl, 4 Years Cancer-Free, Needs Votes to Win Art Contest
Community Heroes•Mar 26

Tampa Girl, 4 Years Cancer-Free, Needs Votes to Win Art Contest

A 12-year-old leukemia survivor who painted through years of chemotherapy is competing for her dream to have her artwork displayed in a museum. The community can help make it happen with free votes.

Community Heroes Desk•2 min read
11-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Hosts Blood Drive for Kids
Community Heroes•Mar 25

11-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Hosts Blood Drive for Kids

Seth Walsh survived leukemia five times thanks to 225 blood transfusions from his community. Now his family's nonprofit has collected over 500 donations to help other children fighting cancer.

Community Heroes Desk•2 min read
10-Year-Old Gets New Heart After Beating Cancer at 5 Months
Community Heroes•Feb 24

10-Year-Old Gets New Heart After Beating Cancer at 5 Months

William Goff survived leukemia as a baby, but chemotherapy damaged his heart. Two years ago, he received a life-saving transplant and now plays baseball again.

Community Heroes Desk•2 min read
Teen Rings Cancer-Free Bell 24 Years After Dad Danced for Cure
Community Heroes•Feb 20

Teen Rings Cancer-Free Bell 24 Years After Dad Danced for Cure

Daisy Myer celebrated her 16th birthday cancer-free, three years after a leukemia diagnosis that came just days after turning 13. The Pennsylvania teen's recovery completed a remarkable circle: her dad danced at Penn State THON in 2001 to raise money for kids with cancer, never knowing his own daughter would one day benefit from the same program.

Community Heroes Desk•2 min read
11-Year-Old Leukemia Survivor Named Wisconsin Hero
Community Heroes•Feb 5

11-Year-Old Leukemia Survivor Named Wisconsin Hero

Liam Sanborn, who beat leukemia four times before his 12th birthday, will lead Wisconsin's Big Climb fundraiser for blood cancer research. The warrior whose name means strength is turning his toughest moments into hope for others.

Community Heroes Desk•2 min read