Vision filled 15-year-old

"It is through weakness and vulnerability that most of us learn empathy and compassion and discover our soul."

— Desmond Tutu (God Has a Dream: A Vision of Hope for Our Time)

Jack Andraka's story is nothing short of inspirational. At just 15 years old, he had a vision to change the way we diagnose pancreatic cancer, a disease that has claimed countless lives. His compassion for those who have lost loved ones to this disease fuelled his determination to find a solution.

Many of us today use the internet for entertainment, to showcase ourselves or to simply pass the time. But Jack saw the potential in the internet to help solve real-world problems. He used it as a tool to conduct research and find a solution to a problem that had stumped many medical professionals.

When Jack lost a close family member to pancreatic cancer, he could have easily succumbed to despair and let the tragedy consume him. But he chose to channel his grief into something positive, into a vision to save others from the same fate.

Despite facing rejection after rejection, Jack did not give up. He believed in his vision and worked tirelessly to refine his invention. He faced criticism, but he turned it into an opportunity to improve his work. And in the end, he proved that his vision was not just a dream, but a reality that could revolutionize the medical industry.

Jack's story serves as a powerful reminder that anyone, regardless of age or background, can have a vision and make a difference in the world. We should not let our circumstances, our age or our failures hold us back from pursuing our dreams. With vision and compassion, we can overcome any obstacle and make a positive impact on the world around us.

So let Jack's story inspire you to dream big, to be compassionate, and to have the courage to pursue your vision, no matter how impossible it may seem. The world is waiting for you to make your mark, to bring about positive change, and to make a difference in the lives of others.