Endocrine Late Effects after Cancer Therapy (ELECT) Program Patient Stories
1 - 6 of 6
Ewing Sarcoma and Growth Hormone Deficiency: Vanessa’s Story

A tumor in the bones around her eye robbed Vanessa of her vision in one eye, but she showed strength and resilience dealing with treatment and long-term side effects.
Bone Marrow Transplant to Treat Hurler Syndrome: Josie’s Story

18-month-old Josie received a stem cell transplant to stop a rare and devastating genetic condition in its tracks.
Papillary Thyroid Cancer: Adam’s Story

Prone to complications and struggling with late effects, a childhood leukemia survivor is diagnosed with thyroid cancer.
Life After Neuroblastoma: Ruby's Story

After twice overcoming cancer as a young child, Ruby is thriving in college, playing wheelchair basketball and planning for her future.
Endocrine Late Effects After Cancer Treatment: Kai’s Story

Kai’s thyroid cancer is one of the long-term side effects of the cancer treatment he underwent as a toddler.
Endocrine Late Effects After Cancer Treatment: Raine’s Story

Treatment for childhood leukemia has had several long-term effects on Raine’s health, but this successful college graduate is pursuing her dream.