Dr. Jeffrey Huo, a first-time ALSF Young Investigator grant recipient and an instructor of oncology at John Hopkins University, authored a report on helping a young girl with relapsed T-cell leukemia, for which there are currently almost no treatment options. The young girl was diagnosed at 4-years-old and received a traditional matched bone marrow transplant from her sister. Six months later, she relapsed. Her team of doctors at Hopkins, including Dr. Huo and two... Read More
The Childhood Cancer Blog
Welcome to The Childhood Cancer Blog
from Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation!
It is always a great time to host a lemonade stand! Here are five fast ways to make your lemonade stand a sweet success and help us raise funds for childhood cancer research!
1. Get inspired and meet our 36 Lemonade Days Hero Reps! These 36 amazing families represent the 36 children diagnosed every school day with childhood cancer. Each family has been affected by childhood cancer and is sharing their story, raising awareness and holding stands to support the fight.... Read More
Everyday, 36 children in the United States are diagnosed with cancer.
This year, during our annual Alex’s Lemonade Days weekend, you can join thousands of supporters from coast to coast to help find cures for children battling childhood cancer.
Here’s how you can help:
- Sign up to host a lemonade stand in your front yard, at work or anywhere you choose during Alex’s Lemonade Days from June 10-June 12
- Can’t host? Head over to our website and... Read More
