The Childhood Cancer Blog
The Childhood Cancer Blog
Childhood cancer spares no ethnic group, socioeconomic class or geographical region. It takes the lives of approximately 250 kids around the world, every day. Help us spread awareness this September, during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, by sharing this image and joining us in the fight against childhood cancer.
About Monthly Shareables:
You can help Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation raise awareness of the need for childhood cancer research and cures for all children! Each month, we will share a new "shareable," an image for you to share... Read More
by Kaela Cruz
ALSF Hero Ambassador Kaela Cruz lost her leg to osteosarcoma, the most common type of childhood bone cancer, when she was just 5 years old. Read more about her story, in her own words.
My name is Kaela Cruz and I'm a junior paralympic athlete. When I was 5 years old, I suffered from osteosarcoma, which is a form of bone cancer. I lost left leg because of it. The past was very horrifying and it kind of stinks to look back. However, now, I've learned be grateful, think positive, love... Read More
It's back to school time! The school year is a great time to support Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. We have lots of amazing programs that your classroom (and school!) can participate in to raise funds for childhood cancer research. Not only will your kids help other kids, but they will learn some valuable life lessons.
Here are five great ways to get involved and help find a cure for... Read More
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