In memory of a Family Reach hero: Olivia
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In memory of a Family Reach hero: Olivia

During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we’re honoring Olivia, whose bright, bubbly personality touched so many. Olivia was 11 years old when she was diagnosed with a rare form of acute myeloid leukemia in February 2016.

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September 22, 2017
Then & Now: Weronika’s journey
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Then & Now: Weronika’s journey

At 8 years old, Weronika was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. She was in and out of Lurie Children’s Hospital for the next year, managing the disease and receiving frequent transfusions.

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September 14, 2017
Pediatric cancer: A 13 year old’s perspective
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Pediatric cancer: A 13 year old’s perspective

My name is Kya, and I’m a 13 year old from Brooklyn, New York. In the fall of 2014, I started fifth grade and discovered I was going to be a big sister. Soon after that exciting news, I began to experience consistent pain in my thigh.

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September 1, 2017