Stomp out cancer: Game day photo gallery
This collaboration between Nike, OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital and University of Oregon raised funds and awareness for childhood cancer.
Impact Area: Children's Health
Kids and their families come to OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital from across the region to receive the best pediatric care when they need it most.
The unstoppable Laura Schroeder
Laura Schroeder came into the world as a question mark. How had she made it this far? Laura’s parents, Nanny and Ron Schroeder of Chiloquin, Ore., had been in suspense for several months. It was painful. “I’ll never forget it,” said Nanny. “We went to Medford for an ultrasound when I was seven months pregnant […]
Doernbecher Freestyle: Stomp out cancer
On Sept. 9, 2017, the University of Oregon hit the field in a uniform designed by three young cancer survivors. From the helmet to the cleats, every part tells a story.
6 things to know about childhood cancer
Overall, cancer in children is rare. But Joe, Ethan and Sophia battled the two most common types: brain tumors and leukemia. Here are six things to know about the pediatric cancers they faced: All brain tumors are cancer. All brain tumors are eventually fatal or disabling without treatment. Brain tumors are the 2nd most common […]
Freestyle 2017: Joe
It’s no exaggeration to say that football is Joe’s life. His passion for the game shines through as he describes playing his favorite positions: safety, wide receiver and running back. “Football has always been my thing,” he said. “I started playing flag football in kindergarten and tackle in third grade. This sport is something you […]
Freestyle 2017: Carissa
Life is one big dance party for little Carissa, who loves making up crazy new choreography. (Her latest move? An energetic shimmy-wriggle-wriggle combo.) Carissa’s Air Jordan 12 is perfect for dancing and also a showcase for her favorite things. You’ll find her stuffed dog Max on the outsole, a picture of her family inside, and […]
Freestyle 2017: Ethan
Ethan is having an awesome summer. On a family vacation to Italy, he visited Rome and Pompeii – and ate tons of pizza. Before school starts, he’ll join his dad, brothers, uncle and cousins for a “guys only” camping trip at the Oregon coast. “We always go fishing and crabbing,” he said. Except for a […]
Freestyle 2017: Amyiah
Amyiah is a driven, artistic girl who believes in being true to herself. To help her walk the walk, she included the phrase STAY TRUE TO YOURSELF on the outsole of her Nike Flyknit shoe. “Those are the words I live by, because I always want to be truthful,” she said. “If someone asks you […]
Freestyle 2017: Brody
In Brody’s world, his rare brain condition is a villain he battles every day. Essentially, his body constantly generates new blood arteries that put too much pressure inside his head. As a result, Brody has endured nine complex brain surgeries. To help him in the fight, this aspiring comic book artist dreamed up an alter […]
Freestyle 2017: Andrew
Just try keeping up with Andrew Merydith. He runs, rides BMX and plays football to show the world that a kid with cystic fibrosis can do just about anything. “I want people to know that I’m not different,” he said. Like Andrew, his ultra-lightweight VaporMax is also built for speed. It features vibrant shades of […]
