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More Great Stories about the Hospital
If you've enjoyed reading Paige's blog, we suggest you take a peek at http://bcchf.wordpress.com/, where you'll be able to follow Paige's story, get the inside scoop on current patients, and keep up with medical breakthroughs here at our very own...
Paige: Christmas Wish for a World Without Cancer
My fight with childhood cancer has proven to be quite a journey so far. With my present so dramatically changed, it also sent a ripple effect into my future. There is a great deal of uncertainty I have...
An Interview with Nurse Alan
In Paige's last post, she introduced us to some of the caregivers who made a real difference to her at BC Children's Hospital. I don't know about you, but we at the Foundation couldn't help but feel curious about Alan,...
Paige: Meet My Extended Family
During my treatments, I established a connection with quite a few caregivers at BC Children's Hospital. I would love to share some of these experiences with you. I hope it will give you all some idea of the...
There's a Heck of a Lot of Medicine in Fun
[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Robin Williams as Patch Adams"][/caption] Who can forget Robin Williams's performance as the brilliant, tender-hearted and wickedly funny Patch Adams in the 1998 movie of the same name? The movie is loosely based on the story of...
Paige: It's Important to Have a Hospital for Kids
Until I was diagnosed with cancer, I really had no idea of what went on at BC Children's Hospital. After having been through treatments, I can't express enough how grateful I am to have a hospital like BC Children's...
Giving Back
In her most recent post, Paige described how much she enjoyed hosting the Miracle Weekend telethon this past June. (Here is some footage of Paige being interviewed at the telethon - what a natural!) This is one of many ways...
Paige: Behind the Scenes at Miracle Weekend
Through my journey with cancer, I was fortunate to share my story with many children, adults, and organizations. Having this opportunity was not only therapeutic for me, but also gave me something positive to focus on. I guess...
Notes from the Hospital Schoolroom
Jack & Lorri in the SchoolroomEven for kids who aren't as conscientious as Paige when it comes to their studies, the responsibility for keeping up with schoolwork while undergoing treatment at BC Children's Hospital can be a real challenge. Luckily for...
Paige: School Doesn't Have to Stop When You're Sick!
I'm not your typical teenager in the sense that I truly love school. I'm not afraid of hard work, and take pride in my accomplishments. My mom tells me I set my goals extremely high, and sometimes she...
