St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is dedicated to finding cures and prevention methods for serious diseases that affect children through both research and treatment. Following the principles set by our founder, Danny Thomas, we ensure that no child is refused care due to their race, religion, or a family's financial situation.

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St. Jude patient Natalie is a big sister for the first time

3 weeks ago | stjude.org | Karina Bland

Natalie is a big sister for the first time, and the 4-year-old is embracing the role, cuddling baby sister, Tessie, and singing her made-up songs. She asks constantly to hold Tessie and kisses and rocks her gently. “I love you,” Natalie croons. “She’s found her calling,” her mom, Nicole, said. She wasn’t sure how Natalie would handle a new addition to the family. Not only was Natalie the youngest of five but she also was so sick for so long that they’d doted on her even more.
Valentina’s resolve and joy

1 month ago | stjude.org | Monsy Alvarado

Español | English When María Antonieta was four months pregnant with her youngest child, Gretel Valentina, she was told that her daughter would likely face lifelong disabilities. She and her husband, Javier, braced themselves for the unknown. At birth, their daughter, who is affectionately called by her second name, Valentina, was diagnosed with periventricular leukomalacia (PVL), an injury to the white brain tissue near the ventricles.
How St. Jude patient Camila’s cancer fight inspired her sibling’s military journey

1 month ago | stjude.org | Monsy Alvarado

Español | English Alexandra stood tall in her khaki uniform, a side cap positioned neatly on her head, as she lined up with the other graduating soldiers. Her legs were straight, shoulders square and eyes looking ahead. In her peripheral vision, she saw her parents, Ana and Jesus, approaching, and carrying her 3-year-old sister Camila, who wore a bright pink dress and bow. Alexandra tightened her lips as tears threatened to spill. The moment had finally arrived.
St. Jude patient Sabrina found solace - and power - in poetry

2 months ago | stjude.org | Karina Bland

Sabrina was 9 and in treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® when her fourth-grade teacher assigned her to memorize a poem as homework. She chose Langston Hughes’ “Mother to Son.” In it, a mother speaks to her son about her life, which “ain’t been no crystal stair,” but she encourages him to always press on: “So boy, don’t you turn back.
Keeping Teah Palmer’s light shining by helping the kids of St. Jude

2 months ago | stjude.org | Karina Bland

On a clear sunny Sunday in October at Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church in Memphis, the congregation came together to honor longtime member Teah Palmer and support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, where hope is a daily practice. “We know what can happen when we hope, don’t we? Teah taught us that,” ALSAC Chief Financial Officer Kera Wright told the congregation.
St. Jude patient Emily says ‘yes’ - to every moment in life

2 months ago | stjude.org | Karina Bland

Engagement photos courtesy of Lauren Hawkins Photography For their first date, Griffin asked Emily to brunch at a ‘50s-style beauty shop turned hip restaurant in midtown Memphis. Brunch was a new move for Griffin. “More serious than coffee but not as serious as dinner and drinks,” he said, grinning. Sitting next to Griffin now as they tell the story of how they met, Emily rolled her eyes and laughed. Griffin makes her laugh — a lot. It’s what she first liked about him.
Mischief and hope: St. Jude patient Miguel’s journey through cancer

2 months ago | stjude.org | Monsy Alvarado

Español | English One recent night, as Lily lay in bed with her son, Miguel, she felt something on his head. It was sticky. As she examined his head, adorned with a few fragile strands of hair regrown after chemotherapy, she noticed something blue. She soon realized that Miguel, who she lovingly calls Mikey, had somehow smeared the blue slime he had made in science class that day onto the few patches of hair that had regrown.
Music helped St. Jude patient Emily weather cancer storm

Jan 8, 2025 | stjude.org | Karina Bland

On stage, when Emily and her sibling Callie perform — Callie on the guitar — the two harmonize seamlessly: “The wind howls/like a wolf in the night/take cover my love/the storm’s coming for us tonight.” Even from the audience, their connection is unmistakable. From the moment Emily was born in 1999, Callie claimed her as their own. “My baby,” the then 5-year-old told everyone. “I simply wouldn't let anyone else have her,” Callie said.
Advancing Health Equity Through the "Why Age 9" Campaign: A Collaborative Effort in the Nebraska Panhandle

Dec 6, 2024 | stjude.org | Jessica Davies

Engaging Youth VoicesYouth input is critical for crafting effective messaging. A focus group was conducted to understand perspectives on vaccination information and advertising. Despite challenges in recruitment—particularly among minority youth—valuable insights were gathered from a session at a local college. Feedback emphasized transparency about side effects, the role of social media, and preferences for visually engaging content. These insights guided the design of campaign materials.
Given a second chance at life, St. Jude patient Reid makes the most of every moment

Dec 2, 2024 | stjude.org | Karina Bland

At the youth service on Wednesday evenings, upstairs in a Baptist church in northwestern Mississippi, 17-year-old Reid stands out. He’s almost 6 feet tall, rocks out on the electric guitar with the band, and carries himself confidently — but it’s more than that. Younger kids look up to Reid. They listen when he talks, even if they’ve heard some of what he has to say from adults. It hits differently coming from Reid. He understands that life can feel overwhelming at times.