Felix's Story: From 177 Days in Hospital to a Future Filled With Hope
Before his diagnosis, Felix was a child always on the move — rollerblading, swimming, creating stories, and filling his home with energy. But just five days after his birthday, everything changed. What was first thought to be a simple virus quickly became something far more serious.
Felix was diagnosed with Burkitt’s lymphoma, a rare and aggressive blood cancer. Within 24 hours of arriving at Children’s Hospital, he was admitted and began intensive treatment. Over the next 177 days, days he carefully counted, Felix experienced some of the hardest moments a child can endure. Some days, he couldn’t eat. Other days, even drinking water was painful. There were moments he felt too weak to get out of bed.
Yet through it all, Felix continued to look for light.
At Children’s Hospital, Felix found a team who saw not just a diagnosis, they saw a child who deserved joy, comfort, and a chance to heal. Donor-funded programs became a lifeline. Child Life specialists helped him understand what was happening. Art Therapy opened a new world of creativity. And Ollie, the therapeutic clown, brought laughter into the room on days that felt impossibly heavy.
These programs, tools, and moments weren’t covered by government funding. They were made possible through kindness — through people who chose to stand behind kids children like Felix.
And step by step, day by day, Felix grew stronger.
As the months passed, his family, faith community, and care team became a circle of strength around him. Every dose of medicine, every safety check, every gentle conversation helped guide him toward recovery.
Today, Felix is cancer-free. This past summer, he celebrated his 13th birthday surrounded by his family, friends, and some of the very nurses who cared for him. His joy that day was something his family will never forget.
Felix still dreams big. He talks about helping other children one day, perhaps bringing the same kind of laughter that helped carry him through his toughest moments.
Hope lives in Felix’s smile today. And because of donor generosity, it lived in every step of his journey.
Keep Hope Alive for More Children Like Felix
Felix’s journey shows how powerful comfort, creativity, and expert paediatric care can be when a child is facing serious illness. Programs like Child Life, Art Therapy, and specialized equipment are made possible through kindness from people in our community.
You can help ensure more children get the same chance at healing and hope.
