Rick's Story | We Can

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1 in 6 black men will develop prostate cancer, and unfortunately, Rick was no exception. But he refused to become a statistic. Not only did his doctor help him beat cancer, the two celebrated by running a marathon together.

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Fought cancer with heated chemo.

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Ava

Tackling cancer with proton therapy.

Chris

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Lacey

Lacey is a 10-year-old who never stands still. She rollerblades, plays soccer and softball, and runs cross country too.

Imyn

Like many other teenagers, Imyn felt overwhelmed. She was drowning in schoolwork and became devastated when a few of her beloved family members passed away.

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A self-proclaimed “big sports guy,” he golfs, bowls and lives an always on the go lifestyle with his fiancé.

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2018 marked the first time Ted walked the 5K using his prosthetic leg.

Dr. Dana Zakalik and Dr. Nayana Dekhne

They have worked together for decades and have seen tremendous innovations in the understanding and treatment of cancer.

Bob

Outsmarting AFib with first-of-its-kind tech.

Kiuana

Fought cancer with heated chemo.

Sarah

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Audry

Life-saving blood clot surgery while pregnant.

Ava

Tackling cancer with proton therapy.

Chris

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1 in 6 black men will develop prostate cancer, and unfortunately, Rick was no exception. But he refused to become a statistic.

Lacey

Lacey is a 10-year-old who never stands still. She rollerblades, plays soccer and softball, and runs cross country too.

Imyn

Like many other teenagers, Imyn felt overwhelmed. She was drowning in schoolwork and became devastated when a few of her beloved family members passed away.

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2018 marked the first time Ted walked the 5K using his prosthetic leg.

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Bob

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Kiuana

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Audry

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Ava

Tackling cancer with proton therapy.

Chris

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Lacey

Lacey is a 10-year-old who never stands still. She rollerblades, plays soccer and softball, and runs cross country too.

Imyn

Like many other teenagers, Imyn felt overwhelmed. She was drowning in schoolwork and became devastated when a few of her beloved family members passed away.

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2018 marked the first time Ted walked the 5K using his prosthetic leg.

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They have worked together for decades and have seen tremendous innovations in the understanding and treatment of cancer.