BeholdBeGold Series Emili's Late Effects story

Published 2020-11-19
In this BeholdBeGold Series Episode, Emili opens up with us and shares her brutal and overwhelming experiences while undergoing Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at the age of 15.

Now, Emili is 25 years old, she is blessed to have survived childhood cancer but also aware that the road ahead of her will come with many challenges due to the treatment that saved her life.

Despite her late effects, Emili is determined to keep moving forward with her life goals and aspirations. Currently, Emili is almost finished with her iron treatment, she's getting her GED, she hopes to go to community college, learn how to drive, and travel!

Emili gives a shoutout to Children's Miracle Network and tells us why she supports this wonderful organization.

Note: not all pediatric cancer patients experience late effects, each survivor's journey is different. Ask your doctors about you or your child's possible long-term effects of cancer treatment.

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