Childhood Cancer Is Still Rising, And Families Deserve Answers

May 29, 2026

Childhood cancer remains one of the hardest realities any family can face.

While incredible progress has been made in treatment and survival, the number of children and adolescents being diagnosed has slowly increased over the past several decades.


Research shows that the overall childhood cancer incidence rate rose by about 33% from 1975 to 2019. Much of that increase has been linked to cancers such as leukemias, lymphomas, brain tumors, and other childhood cancers. In recent years, rates for children ages 0 to 14 have stabilized, but cancer rates among adolescents ages 15 to 19 continue to rise by about 1% per year.


The good news is that survival has improved dramatically. Since the 1970s, childhood cancer death rates have dropped by more than 50%, and the overall 5-year survival rate for pediatric cancers is now around 87%. That progress is real, and it represents decades of research, better treatments, and the strength of children and families who have walked this road.


But survival is not the same as a cure for every child.


Many children still face aggressive cancers, long treatments, lasting side effects, and uncertain futures. Researchers believe part of the rise in diagnoses may be due to better imaging, improved tracking, and more accurate reporting. However, environmental exposures, lifestyle changes, and other unknown factors may also play a role. The truth is, for most childhood cancers, the exact cause is still unknown.


That is why awareness matters. Research matters. Funding matters. Families need answers, children need better treatment options, and survivors need long-term support.


Our Mission


At JaydenLamb.org, our mission is to assist families and children fighting cancer while also supporting other children throughout our community. We are dedicated to providing hope, encouragement, and meaningful assistance to those facing difficult challenges.


Through our efforts, we strive to keep Jayden Lamb's spirit alive by spreading kindness, helping others, and making a positive difference in the lives of children and families. Every act of support honors Jayden's legacy and reflects the compassion, strength, and love that continue to inspire our mission today.

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