Inspirational Stories

I was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in 2019 a week before my birthday. My mom took me to the doctor for a routine checkup because I was feeling tired, sleepy, and did not want to eat. That day I was rushed to the ER where I was admitted to Children's Hospital New Orleans. After running bloodwork, my parents were told I had cancer. Our lives changed completely after that day. I spent months in the hospital, my mom stopped working to take care of me, and my dad was the heart and soul of the family, staying strong so we all could stay positive. It’s 2024, and I am in my first year of remission. I have more to tell and many people to thank for being there for me and my family.