September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Niki K; BY-SA.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in America. Last year, President Obama declared this month to honor the cause of childhood cancer. Represented by an elegant gold ribbon, this is the 2nd September to share the stories of children with cancer, to recognize the research we do for these children, and look ahead to what more we must do.
In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, I dedicate my posts to this cause. I will reflect on memoirs and other narratives about childhood cancer that I have stumbled upon.
“This month, we pay tribute to the families, friends, professionals, and communities who lend their strength to children fighting pediatric cancer. May their courage and commitment continue to move us toward new cures, healthier outcomes, and a brighter future for America’s youth” (Barack Obama, 2012).
Investigating Illness Narratives 