Taylor's Story

It was back in July, 2005 when I first started getting sick. I kept getting a low grade, sporadic fever. My parents finally took me to the pediatrician. Dr. Hassel felt a lump in my belly and started pushing on it. She couldn’t tell what it was, so we were sent to the ER and I got a CT scan. Afterwards, they diagnosed me with stage 3, Wilms tumor cancer.

I was admitted to the Aflac Cancer Center the same day, and had surgery two days later to remove my tumor and my left kidney. I started chemotherapy and radiation a week later. In the clinic, I would play Pac-Man, a bowling game, do artwork, play on the computer, and board games. I would also talk with the nurses and play with my “kid friend.” When I was at the clinic I was only four; I didn’t understand why they were poking me. I didn’t realize that I was really sick. But all that poking and prodding has made me stronger. I don’t feel it when I get shots. It doesn’t hurt anymore.

I am so thankful to CURE for supporting the research of the Aflac Cancer Center. I am now a very healthy ten-year-old girl. I just officially became a cancer survivor this March; I am five years cancer-free. Thanks to Aflac, for giving me excellent care and amazing doctors and nurses. Thank you again.