St. Jude patient Avalyn
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St. Jude patient Avalyn stepped into the spotlight
Avalyn was just two years old when she underwent treatment at St. Jude for acute lymphoblastic leukemia. This past year, 11-year-old Avalyn stepped into the spotlight as a budding writer and actor.
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Dakota achieved his dream to play collegiate golf
Dakota’s story is a hole-in-one for hope. After he was diagnosed with leukemia, Dakota persevered through more than two years of treatment and extensive therapy at St. Jude. Now a Division I golfer, Dakota has shown that with hope and determination, dreams really can come true.
St. Jude patient Dakota
St. Jude Kindergarten patient graduation
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Families celebrated at this year's St. Jude kindergarten graduation
Tiny caps and gowns filled the halls when St. Jude hosted a heartwarming kindergarten graduation for young patients. This annual tradition reminds us that every milestone is important.
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St. Jude discovered more breakthroughs in leukemia research
St. Jude researchers, led by Dr. Hiroto Inaba, made discoveries in understanding the genomics of leukemia and lymphoma. These findings are paving the way for more improved outcomes through personalized treatments for kids everywhere.
Dr. Inaba with St. Jude patient Lydia
Rose, the newest therapy dog at St. Jude
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A new four-legged friend brought comfort to patients
Our pack grew in 2025. Rose, a specially-trained golden retriever, joined St. Jude as a facility dog bringing comfort and joy to patients. Every day, Rose visits with patients to provide emotional support and a much-needed distraction during tough treatments.
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St. Jude patient Luis shared his heartfelt reflections
After Luis was treated at St. Jude for osteosarcoma, he was able to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s surrounded by family. This past year he wrote a letter expressing his gratitude and sharing his reflections on how the holidays become even more meaningful after overcoming life’s toughest battles.
St. Jude patient Luis
St. Jude patient Madelyn
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A family's support of St. Jude comes back to help their own daughter
Madelyn's parents were already monthly supporters of St. Jude, but they never thought they would be on the receiving end of care. After Madelyn was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, she was referred to St. Jude — and Madelyn's parents saw first-hand the impact of their previous donations.
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