Fighting childhood cancer, one cup at a time.
July is more than sweltering summer days and backyard barbeques; to many, it’s a month that honors those battling sarcomas – a disease that represents 15% of childhood cancer diagnoses. While the five-year survival rate for all types of childhood cancer is 86%, the average for the three most common sarcomas ranges from 65-75%. These cure rates lag behind many other kinds of pediatric cancers.
This month, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF)... Read More
Throughout June, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) is sharing childhood cancer stories to honor National Cancer Survivor Month. Thanks to research advancements made possible by our generous donors, the five-year survival rate for a pediatric cancer diagnosis has risen to 84%.
While there is still work to do to find cures for all kids, here are a few inspiring survivor stories that remind us to hold onto hope:
Kevin RauchWhen Kevin was 3 years old, he received a cancer... Read More
July marks Sarcoma Awareness Month. Sarcomas are a diverse group of cancers that arise from bone or soft tissue in the body. There are over 100 different subtypes, making treatment difficult — not every sarcoma can be treated the same.
Meet four childhood cancer heroes who are battling pediatric sarcoma:
Gaby was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma in 2019 after a swollen right leg sent her to the hospital. Her cancer is high-risk, but her family has faith in... Read More
