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Book Synopsis: Inspired by Rae Burremo's experience with leukemia, My Life Beyond Leukemia: A Mayo Clinic Patient Story uses 36 pages of full illustrations to tell the true story of what it is like to have childhood cancer from a child's perspective.
After going through treatment for leukemia, Amy is used to visiting the hospital. As she falls asleep for another medical test, she suddenly finds herself on an adventure. With the help of a shrinking potion, other magic tools and some friends, she's on a mission to help other kids face leukemia and its treatment. What is it really like to have this childhood cancer? Find out how Amy beats leukemia and discovers life beyond her illness.
Children's voices are rarely heard amid the complexity of modern medicine. That's why every story in the My Life Beyond series stems from the imagination and experience of a Mayo Clinic patient. The books were developed through collaboration between these patients, Mayo Clinic physicians and author-illustrator Hey Gee. Through this unique lens of inspiring real-life experiences, the series explores how children view illness, challenges and recovery.
Leukemia is estimated to affect 1 in every 1000 children, but children's voices and their experiences with this disease are rarely heard. Created through collaboration between pediatric patients, their doctors, and children's author and illustrator Hey Gee, My Life Beyond Leukemia dives into the minds and imaginations of child patients at Mayo Clinic to explain how children experience illness, challenges, and recovery. The My Life Beyond graphic novel series is published in collaboration with Fondation Ipsen.
Mayo Clinic Press Kids creates empowering health and wellness content in partnership with pediatric experts. Proceeds from the sale of every book go to benefit important medical research and education at Mayo Clinic.
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Experience the incredible journey of young Amy in her battle against leukemia with the captivating book, My Life Beyond Leukemia: A Mayo Clinic Patient Story. This heartwarming story, inspired by real-life patient Rae Burremo, takes you on a magical adventure where Amy discovers life beyond her illness. The 36 pages of full illustrations bring the story to life, allowing children to see what it's really like to have childhood cancer from a child's perspective.
Join Amy as she embarks on an extraordinary mission to help other kids face leukemia and its treatment. With the aid of a shrinking potion, magical tools, and newfound friends, she overcomes obstacles and finds strength in her journey. This truly empowering story highlights the resilience of the human spirit and instills hope in young readers.
Children's voices are often unheard in the realm of modern medicine, which is why this series is so important. My Life Beyond Leukemia, a collaboration between Mayo Clinic physicians and author-illustrator Hey Gee, provides a unique lens into the thoughts and experiences of young patients. By exploring their perspectives on illness, challenges, and recovery, these books give an invaluable insight into the world of pediatric cancer.
Leukemia affects 1 in every 1000 children, yet their stories are rarely heard. That's why your support matters. By purchasing a copy of My Life Beyond Leukemia, you are not only opening doors to imagination and wonder for children, but you are also contributing to vital medical research and education at Mayo Clinic. Help make a difference in the lives of young patients, and together, let's create a brighter future!
Grab your copy of My Life Beyond Leukemia: A Mayo Clinic Patient Story today and embark on a journey that will inspire and uplift children all over the world. Join us in supporting pediatric cancer research and education at Mayo Clinic through this empowering graphic novel series. Every book purchase makes a real impact, creating a brighter future for young cancer patients.
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