Honoring Joy on National Down Syndrome Day
March 21, 2025
Today, on National Down Syndrome Day, we recognize that children with Down Syndrome are 10 to 20 times more likely to develop leukemia. This unique connection between childhood cancer and Down Syndrome—a reality for many families, including our beloved Keaton’s Kiddo, Joy.
While the focus is understandably on the child battling cancer, siblings face their own emotional challenges. They may experience feelings of worry, fear, confusion, or even guilt, and it’s important to acknowledge their role and provide support for them as well.
Meet Keaton’s Kiddo ~ Oliver
July 29, 2020
On June 11th, 2020, two-year-old Oliver, who enjoys music and light up toys, was diagnosed with Yolk Sac Tumor. Yolk Sac Tumor is a tumor of cells that line the
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Meet Keaton Kiddo ~ Madisyn
May 7, 2020
On February 12, 2020, three-year-old Madisyn received the devastating diagnosis of Grade 4 Medulloblastoma. Medulloblastoma is a type of malignant brain tumor that primarily begins in the Central Nervous System
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Meet Keaton’s Kiddo ~ Kenzie
May 7, 2020
Kenzie celebrated her 3rd birthday on January 24th. Four days later, her life was forever change when she was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hepatoblastoma. An aggressive tumor in her liver
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Meet Keaton’s Kiddo ~ Ryland
May 7, 2020
Ryland, is 8 months old and was recently diagnosed with Leukemia, a cancer of blood cells and bone marrow, on March 10th, 2020. Ryland is an adorable little kiddo who
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Meet Keaton Kiddo ~ Ryland
May 7, 2020
Ryland, is 8 months old and was recently diagnosed with Leukemia, a cancer of blood cells and bone marrow, on March 10th, 2020. Ryland is an adorable little kiddo who
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Meet Amelia diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
February 18, 2020
Meet Amelia. This sweet 5 years old Loves unicorns, LOL dolls, & playing with her siblings. Amelia was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) at 4 years old. Her grandparents,
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What’s New at Keaton’s Child Cancer Alliance – Keaton’s Korner September 2019
September 24, 2019
Did you know? Each year in the U.S. approximately 15,780 children between the ages of birth and 19 years of age are diagnosed with cancer. Of that, over 800 parents
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What’s New at Keaton’s Child Cancer Alliance – Keaton’s Korner July 2019
July 31, 2019
Save the Date! Soak up the sun this summer and join us in never wanting it to end! On Saturday, September 28, come celebrate Summer’s beauty with cocktails and delicious
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