Mary Johnston Hospital

Story of Faith: First Patient of the MJH Pediatric Oncology Ward

With the support of Adonai’s Mercy House Foundation and Dr. Lalie Pablo, Mcfrancis Pierre Flores, was admitted to the Pediatric Oncology Ward of Mary Johnston Hospital last January 27, 2025. 

Mcfrancis had a rash on his body and liquid gushing out from his ears last year, his mother shared. They decided to consult with an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) doctor and dermatologist. The rash had blood clots, and they were advised to have the rash biopsied.

The parents of 1-year-old Mcfrancis Pierre Flores comfort him, preparing for his chemotherapy
session at the newly opened Mary Johnston Hospital – Adonai Mercy House (MJH-AMH) Pediatric Oncology Ward. (Photo by Anjanneth Manalo)

The results confirmed Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH), a rare illness of a cell build-up in a human body which damages tissue and forms tumors. Both of his parents were devastated as they initially thought that it was a simple skin allergy.

Thankful to the hospital, especially to the dedicated and kind health workers, and to Adonai’s Mercy House Foundation for providing a comfortable healing space for their son’s treatment, their family continues to ask for prayer and support as they prevail in this challenge

“We are positive that we can surpass this challenge through faith”, his father shared. They have started the necessary treatment and medications under the expertise of Dr. Lalie Pablo. Today, he will undergo his fifth session of chemotherapy. His parents hope for positive progress and development in the coming days. 

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