St. Jude patient Adam Cruthirds (in white cap) joined more than 21,000 other participants in the recent St. Jude Memphis Marathon weekend. The event raised $8.2 million for the hospital.
Adam completed the half marathon with a group of classmates and their English teacher. Since Adam’s diagnosis of acute lymphoblastic leukemia, he and his family and friends have raised more than $130,000 for St. Jude.
“I’ve never seen anyone work so hard toward a goal, much less while undergoing chemo. Adam truly is a hero,” said his mom.
More articles from this issue
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Patient to Pioneer
Read about how St. Jude prepares to move whole-genome sequencing into the clinic.
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Solving Mysteries of the Microbiota
St. Jude scientists learn more about how bacteria affect colon cancer and the body’s immune system.
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Sickle Cell Disease: A Hospital's Commitment
St. Jude enhances its sickle cell program to look beyond symptom relief to a cure.
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The Future Starts Now
When it comes to sickle cell disease, St. Jude researchers have their sights set on the future.
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Flexing Mental Muscles
Computerized cognitive training improves attention and memory in childhood cancer survivors.
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From Old Drugs, New Hope
Scientist redesigns an existing antibiotic to combat drug-resistant infections.
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Family First
One couple’s generosity nurtures their St. Jude “family.”
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Up Your Game
Video gamers unite to raise funds for the hospital.
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Research Highlights
Read recent highlights from St. Jude, including a discovery that could help newborns and preventing blockages before they develop.