Daniel Liu
2003 Community Hero
Daniel is a spunky, vibrant 5 year old who is aptly nicknamed, "Prince Daniel" and "Mr. Independent." He loves to camp, swim and fish in the great outdoors and he excels in reading, math and eating Chinese food.
In October of 1998, Daniel was diagnosed with a rare form of nerve cancer called Neuroblastoma. He faced the challenges of numerous surgeries, high-dose chemotherapy and radiation treatments, blood transfusions, and a bone marrow transplant. Daniel mostly remembers the misery of "the pokes….big time!"
Daniel's parents, John & Jie Qing, have witnessed the emotional struggle that Daniel has endured, but also recognize the progress that he has made in terms of coping. Daniel says, "A hero is someone who can be strong." His parents know that Daniel fits that definition perfectly.
