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From Wheelchair to Mountaintop
After a debilitating movement disorder robbed Gianna of the ability to walk, a revolutionary brain surgery got her back on her feet again.
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Cheston’s Journey With Autism
Cheston was diagnosed with autism when he was 18 months old. Now 13, he describes autism as his superpower, proudly saying, “I am great just the way I am.”
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NICU Brings Hope During Dark Times
Robert is a thriving 3-year-old after a long medical journey that started in Phoenix Children's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
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Running Down a Dream
An injury almost derailed aspiring Olympian Vance Nilsson's athletic career before it even started, but it also taught him a winning work ethic.
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Jayken’s Heart: 22 Years Later
Jayken is a flourishing college student with plans for the future, thanks to a lifesaving heart transplant at Phoenix Children's.
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Easing the Mind
When Nixen began experiencing unexplained neurological symptoms, his parents turned to the experts at Phoenix Children’s for answers—and hope for the future.
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Turning Heartache Into Hope
When Nolan was diagnosed with cancer at age 1, his family leaned on Phoenix Children's Spiritual Care program for support.
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The Gift of Time
Hannah’s battle with cancer has been a long one. Along the way, she’s braved multiple relapses. Watch to learn about an innovative cellular treatment taking aim at relapse in leukemia patients like Hannah.
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Nash: I Am Strong, Brave and Kind
Every day was normal for Nash until malignant tumors formed on his liver.
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A Mountain Mover
Get a glimpse into a day in Christian’s life as this 14-year-old continues to heal from injuries sustained in a dirt bike accident.
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Pushing Through the Pain
Madison is only 12 years old, but living with several complex medical conditions, including brittle bone disease, has given her a unique outlook on overcoming adversity.
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Oliver’s Mind
One courageous 12-year-old opens up about his mental health challenges in the hopes of reaching others who may be struggling.
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The Power of a Mother’s Love
As Amy prepares to celebrate Mother’s Day with her baby daughter, this first-time mom reflects on what it’s like to care for a child with a life-threatening medical condition.
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A Life Worth Celebrating
Ellie has a rare metabolic disorder called PKU, which severely limits what she can eat—but it hasn’t stopped her from seeing the beauty in all things.