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Jimmy Fund Interview - Leilani Hood and family
Manage episode 434232682 series 2445662
Leilani Hood, 1, neuroblastoma, Boston, with Liz (mom) and Chris (dad)
· When Leilani was 4 months old, they noticed a lump in her neck. Her pediatrician ordered an x-ray, which revealed several tumors, including in her chest.
· Her treatment has included chemotherapy as well as surgery to remove tumors.
· Her family is enjoying a treatment-free summer ahead of her upcoming scans in September. They are hoping to be cancer-free for the first time.
· Leilani remains vibrant and happy; despite everything she has been through.
· Leilani’s parents are both former military helicopter pilots (Chris, for the Marine Corps and Liz, for the Navy).
710 episodes
Manage episode 434232682 series 2445662
Leilani Hood, 1, neuroblastoma, Boston, with Liz (mom) and Chris (dad)
· When Leilani was 4 months old, they noticed a lump in her neck. Her pediatrician ordered an x-ray, which revealed several tumors, including in her chest.
· Her treatment has included chemotherapy as well as surgery to remove tumors.
· Her family is enjoying a treatment-free summer ahead of her upcoming scans in September. They are hoping to be cancer-free for the first time.
· Leilani remains vibrant and happy; despite everything she has been through.
· Leilani’s parents are both former military helicopter pilots (Chris, for the Marine Corps and Liz, for the Navy).
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