Keaton Kiddos-Katie

Keaton Kiddoe KatieKatie 16 años Diagnóstico:

Leucemia linfoblástica aguda– Leucemia es un tipo de cáncer que afecta los glóbulos blancos (WBC) del cuerpo. Normalmente, los glóbulos blancos ayudan a combatir las infecciones y protegen el cuerpo contra las enfermedades. Pero en la leucemia, los glóbulos blancos se vuelven cancerosos y se multiplican cuando no deberían, lo que da como resultado demasiados glóbulos blancos anormales, que luego interfieren con la función de los órganos.

Leucemia mielógena crónica– La LMC es causada por un problema cromosómico. Cada uno de los 23 pares de cromosomas del cuerpo contiene segmentos de ADN llamados genes. Los genes son esencialmente los planos del cuerpo.

La LMC se produce cuando un fragmento del cromosoma 22 se desprende y cambia de lugar con un fragmento del cromosoma 9. (Este fragmento, que contiene partes tanto del cromosoma 9 como del cromosoma 22, se conoce como el cromosoma Filadelfia). La combinación da como resultado el gen del cáncer conocido como como BCR-ABL. Este es el gen que le indica al cuerpo que produzca demasiados glóbulos blancos maduros.

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When Milagros was just 5 years old, her family’s life changed forever. In August of 2023, she was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), the most common type of childhood cancer. For Milagros family, the diagnosis came at an especially difficult time. They had recently moved to the U.S. from Mexico, still adjusting to a new language, navigating housing challenges, and finding their footing in a new community.

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Septiembre es el Mes de Concientización sobre el Cáncer Infantil

September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Every 3 minutes, a family’s life is turned upside down when they hear the four devastating words, “Your child has cancer.” At Keaton’s Child Cancer Alliance, we believe that every child deserves a fighting chance – and you can help make that a reality. 

This month, we honor brave young warriors, remember our precious Angels, and stand with families fighting childhood cancer today. From fundraising events to volunteer opportunities, there’s a way for everyone to join this mission of hope.

Together, let’s Glow Gold and remind every family: you are not alone in this journey. This September, we shine a light of awareness, love, and unwavering support for every child and family facing childhood cancer.

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Families Light Up at the Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour!

When worlds collide… the result is pure magic! Keaton families were treated to an unforgettable experience at the Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour, and the excitement was off the charts! One parent shared, “For a moment, we weren’t thinking about treatment or next steps – we were just together, smiling, dancing, and soaking it all in. It meant the world.”

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