Colton's Story

On January 13, 2007, six-year-old Colton Boechler came down with the flu. Unknown to his parents, this common illness would within days have Colton would be fighting for his life.
Today, Colton has made a remarkable physical return to his former self. He is able to enjoy his favourite sports, hockey and baseball, with vigour. Though he still returns to Children's when he catches a bug, through the care and support of BC Children's Hospital and his family, Colton survived and is back where he needs to be -- at home with his family.