Patient Stories
When children are diagnosed with diseases, such as cancer or blood disorders, their dreams for the future are put on hold. Needles, medicine and side effects become a major part of their world. It can be a scary time, which is why we at the Aflac Cancer Center and Blood Disorders Service of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta share these stories of hope—patients who have beaten their diseases, and who are now living happy, healthy lives.
Carter
Ewing's sarcoma bone cancer
Carter Samuel Martin faced cancer with determination and a smile—his legacy continues today.
Albin
Sickle cell disease
Music helps heal Albin's pain.
Carson
Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA)
Carson's busy schedule included time for healing.
Sydney
Blood and marrow transplant
Sydney has something to dance about after battling ALL.
Mary Evelyn
Stage IV neuroblastoma
When Mary Evelyn grows up, she wants to be a nurse—just like the ones who cared for her.
Ryder
Brain tumor
A tumor on Ryder's brain stem threatened her life.
Robbie and Kevin
Thalassaemia
Brothers fighting the same disorder; playing to win.
Angela
Stage III neuroblastoma
Angela understands the importance of treating children with cancer in a pediatric facility.