The Childhood Cancer Blog
The Childhood Cancer Blog
Travis Cook is living with an inoperable but stable brain tumor. Now a high school graduate, cancer has left some late effects. He suffers from chronic daily headaches and nausea, struggles with fatigue and PTSD symptoms. Yet, through diagnosis, treatment and now survivorship, Travis has set big goals to someday work as a doctor or researcher and helps kids just like himself.
Transitioning from the routine of treatment back into the routine of life outside of cancer can bring a myriad of challenges for survivors. The transitions between grades and schools and into the workforce... Read More
Raymeer was diagnosed with an undifferentiated soft tissue sarcoma when he was just 4 months old. Today, Raymeer is cancer free and just graduated Pre-K.
To recognize his achievement, Raymeer’s family planned a special drive-by celebration. The Camden County Police even joined in the festivities.
“This is a big deal and a milestone for my son. For anyone who wonders why this is a big deal, well, my son is a cancer survivor, that is why!” said Raymeer’s mom Torey.
While so many celebrations were muted this year, we know that graduations are a big deal for... Read More
Left, Cameron with his two sons. Right, Cameron as a boy with his dad Stewart.
"Becoming a father is momentous for any man. For me, it’s made me understand more of what my own father went through when I was sick," said Cameron.
" I cherish and adore every moment I get to spend with my boys and my wife," said Cameron.
When I was 13 months old, I was diagnosed with a “one in a million” liver cancer called hepatoblastoma. By the time I was 2 years old I had endured 15 rounds of chemotherapy and three surgeries, including an 80% liver resection.
Throughout my childhood, the side effects of cancer and its treatment put up roadblocks for me. I still continue to follow up every year with heart studies and bloodwork. I had to wear hearing aids because of chemotherapy treatment. I was limited to non-contact sports but always dreamed of playing football. My doctor always said no, but finally cleared me... Read More
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