Childhood and Adolescent Cancer Survivor Stories

(01-10-2023)

Alex lost his leg to bone cancer and our Foundation donated matching funds of $500 after the local Lions Club where he lives (Red Lake Falls) donated that same amount.  Alex is in remission and appears to be doing awesome!  Here is the story from the local news.

(05-25-2021) 

She is strong! She is fierce! She is kind!  After a two-year battle with #leukemia, Braxton finished chemotherapy last week. Today, 3M Open named her their 2021 Junior Ambassador in recognition of her resilience and desire to give back. Help us congratulate Braxton for this amazing honor!

(05-09-2021)

Pequot Lakes mother recounts daughter’s cancer journey.

Wishing Azaelea the best on her road to recovery. Guessing she will benefit from the new Survivor App currently under development because of the financial support of the Lions to the Masonic Children's Hospital at the University of Minnesota! 

(03-06-2021)

Enberg recognized with award from Women of Today.

(02-23-2021)

 'The Sky's Not Even The Limit': Cancer Survivor To Become Youngest American In Space

 Another positive story about a childhood cancer survivor! With the help of Minnesota Lions, the University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital is working to minimize the side effects of treatment for childhood cancer so that ALL survivors can maximize their potential - in this case, literally, reach for the stars! 

(01-14-2021)

Gophers’ Casey O’Brien keeps focus on helping others as he starts   next chapter in his life.

Five-time cancer survivor Casey O’Brien may be leaving Minnesota Football, but he’ll never leave our hearts. Read how he plans to stay involved with our hospital and the young cancer patients he inspires.