https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/determination/Recent content in determination on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usMon, 06 Apr 2026 04:30:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/from-cancer-survivor-to-childrens-nurse-dan-lairds-journey-to-helping-sick-kids/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:30:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/from-cancer-survivor-to-childrens-nurse-dan-lairds-journey-to-helping-sick-kids/Dan Laird’s battle with cancer began at just six years old when he was diagnosed with leukaemia. He spent three grueling years undergoing intensive treatment at Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Now, at 33 and in remission, Dan has transformed his experience into a passionate career dedicated to helping other young patients. Originally from Lichfield and now living in Dudley, Dan recently completed a nursing degree with a focus on pediatric care and has started working on a children’s ward in the Midlands.