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A Patient's Perspective
One teen turns her cancer battle into a way to give back
At 15, a healthy, athletic Carley began experiencing lower back pain. Thinking the pain would subside, she battled through it for nearly a year. In April 2010, Carly was diagnosed with Stage Four Ewing's Sarcoma. Her tumor - inoperable. She immediately began intensive, bi-weekly chemotherapy treatments at Cook Children's.
Unsure of her future, Carly and her family formed the Carley J. Rutledge Sarcoma Foundation to meet the needs of adolescents and young adults (AYA) battling cancer, as well as to fund critically needed research to improve the cure rates that have not changed in more than 25 years.
After 11 months of treatments, Carley proved she is a fighter. Today, her scans are clear. Wanting nothing but clear, bright futures for other cancer patients, Carley and her family continue to raise funds and build awareness for AYA cancer patients at Cook Children's. Visit our website to learn more about the AYA Program at Cook Children's.
Donor Spotlight: JoAnn Boston, Cook Children's Volunteer
Giving of time helps, too.
In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Week, our volunteer services department will honor all Cook Children's volunteers at an annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner. This year, JoAnn Boston will receive the Lifetime Achievement Volunteer Award in recognition of her many years of service at Cook Children's.
JoAnn started volunteering more than 25 years ago, and since then she has recorded more than 6,500 volunteer hours helping patients and families in the Enchanted Castle Gift Shop. Her friendly smile and helpful hands make a difference to all who are searching for that perfect gift to brighten someone's day.
Much of what happens at Cook Children's happens because of volunteers. We are truly thankful for all of our volunteers and their commitment to helping us make life better for the children and families we serve.
To learn more about ways to volunteer at Cook Children's, visit the Volunteer section of our website or contact Volunteer Services at 682-885-4337.
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Save the Date
Wednesday, April 11
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Potbelly Night hosted by TCU's Delta Tau Delta Fraternity
Potbelly on University Drive (right next to TCU's campus).
25% of the proceeds will be given to Cook Children's.
Saturday, April 28
Dirty Scurry Adventure Run
A 1.2 mile obstacle course mud run only for kids ages 5-14.
Visit www.dirtyscurry.com to sign up your kids today!
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2012 Kids' Health and Safety Fair
Learn how to keep kids safe while having fun.
Saturday, April 14
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cook Children's Urgent Care and Pediatric Specialties Clinic
2727 E. Southlake Blvd.
Southlake, TX 76092
Parents and kids can enjoy healthy snacks, fun games, prizes and give-aways.
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Credit Unions for Kids
Now through April 30
Purchase a miracle balloon at participating area credit unions.
Walmart & Sam's Club
Begins May 1
In 2011, Walmart and Sam’s Club raised $456,021 during their campaign, which helped provide the Chemotherapy Pharmacy in the new Cancer Center.
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