Every day is a gift
In 2022, at age 2, Theresa was diagnosed with Burkitt Lymphoma, stage 4. The cancer was growing rapidly- in fact this type of cancer produces the fastest growing human tumor that can double in size every 24 hours.
Just like the cancer, Theresa's treatment was fast and intense, requiring her to be hospitalized immediately for treatment at Cook Children's. The hospital became home to all of us during much of that time, since it was often the only place we could all be together.
Our family is so grateful for the support and care she received during this very difficult time. We are especially grateful for all of the ways Cook Children's hospital allowed us to be there with her. We saw how much having Theresa near her siblings improved her mental health and gave her the strength endure so much. Being together made us a stronger family.
We are thrilled that Theresa has been in remission for a year! We want to help this great organization that has made such an impact on all of our lives.
We are fundraising for The Blast – a 5k walk to support kids battling cancer at Cook Children’s! We will walk April 6 at Panther Island Pavilion. Your donation makes a difference as we #blastawaycancer!
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