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Joshua

Tackle Kids Cancer MVP and Hero, 1998-2018

Joshua's story

Becca Boo

Rebecca, known as “Becca Boo” by her friends and family, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Becca says she is “allergic to cancer” and is fundraising for Tackle Kids Cancer by collecting pennies.

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Matthew

Matthew has been battling leukemia and feels people should support Tackle Kids Cancer and help “kick cancer’s butt.”

Matthew's story

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Meet Jizaiah

September 14, 2018

Nine-year-old Jizaiah had been battling acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) since he was four. Jizaiah underwent chemotherapy and radiation treatment, and then a bone marrow transplant. One year after transplant, his family learned the…
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Learn about Dr. Derek Hanson’s work to find new treatments for children with brain tumors

September 5, 2018

Dr. Derek Hanson is the Program Head of Pediatric Neuro-oncology at the Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center. He received his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. Following…
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‘I Finally Get To Be A Kid Again,’ Says Cancer Patient Cured By HUMC’s New Treatment

July 27, 2018

Olivia Viscogliosi is a curious, outgoing and very active three-year-old. But, earlier this year, her parents were concerned about her future. At the age of two, Olivia of Harrison, N.Y. was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic…
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