Tamara Age 8 Brain Tumor Rosaline, Tamara’s mom, first knew something was wrong when Tamara started walking funny last summer. She began seeking answers, taking Tamara to the local hospital and clinic in their native country, The Bahamas. Tamara was sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital once an MRI revealed that she had a brain tumor. […]

Jamill Age 4 Sickle Cell Disease Jamill was born with sickle beta thalassemia disease, which is a subtype of sick cell disease. He has experienced some of the most severe symptoms of sickle cell, including pain crises and high fevers, but no matter what, St. Jude has always been right beside him. Jamil is one […]

Thank you Charlotte community! We raised more than $97,000 in the St. Jude Radiothon. We were at $67,000 on Thursday at 7 p.m. We pushed over Friday, Saturday and Sunday and you came through. We gained another $30,000. It is a great feeling to know that our local and companywide efforts will assist the most […]

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  St. Jude patient, Kayla’s smile lights up any room when she walks in. Listen to this exclusive audio to hear her story of being…

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Jessica Reedy is asking that all join her in supporting St. Jude’s Hospital to help continue to save more children’s lives. Listen to the audio player to…

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital QUICK FACTS St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® opened in 1962 and was founded by the late entertainer Danny Thomas. Its mission is to find cures for children with cancer and other deadly diseases through research and treatment. Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing, or […]

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Sickle cell disease research and treatment Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder affecting red blood cells. Sickled red blood cells block small blood vessels and delay the delivery of oxygen to tissues and organs, which causes anemia, painful events, organ damage, and can to lead to death in […]

Before he got sick, Keshaun could often be found playing ball. He would either be on the baseball field, where he played right field, or, if it was winter, he’d be shooting a round on the basketball court.

Jayla and Felicia were both born with a genetic disorder called neurofibromatosis type 1, or NF1. Not only does the disorder cause tumors to grow on the nerves, but it also may cause heart problems, high blood pressure and developmental delays.

The St. Jude Radiothon is 6 a.m. – 7p.m. With so many fundraisers and charities happening throughout the city it’s easy to overlook one of the oldest organizations in the country. For 50 years, St. Jude has worked to find cures for children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases through research and treatment. No family […]