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Scottish Teens Battling Brain Tumors Show Unyielding Spirit

1/20/2026

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Lachlan Lindsay (teen in Scotland) and Hazel Dempster (teen in Scotland) face inoperable brain tumours and describe them as "bad luck".
Lachlan Lindsay, diagnosed at age eight, has undergone multiple surgeries and now experiences dyspraxia.
Hazel Dempster, diagnosed at age 12, has undergone several surgeries and chemotherapy with significant side effects.
Hazel Dempster excels academically and received an Unsung Hero award for her leadership in Scouts.

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Story summary

Lachlan Lindsay (teen in Scotland) and Hazel Dempster (teen in Scotland) face inoperable brain tumours and describe them as "bad luck".
Lachlan Lindsay, diagnosed at age eight, has undergone multiple surgeries and now experiences dyspraxia.
Hazel Dempster, diagnosed at age 12, has undergone several surgeries and chemotherapy with significant side effects.
Hazel Dempster excels academically and received an Unsung Hero award for her leadership in Scouts.