WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon

Owner and CEO of the Boston Bruins Charlie Jacobs joins Dale and Keefe at the WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon to donate and discuss the Bruins and state of the NHL.

Liza began suffering from bloating, fullness, and pelvic pain around July 2015. When she went to the doctor to get her discomfort checked out, Liza was diagnosed with Stage IIIC ovarian cancer.

Liza’s treatment has consisted of three weekly rounds of chemotherapy, surgery, and a clinical trial when her cancer reappeared in March 2016. Her treatment is ongoing and began just over two years ago.

Despite her battle, Liza has been fortunate to have her family by her side. She is supported by her husband John, daughters, Cara and Peri, 25 and 20, and son, Johnny, 13. Liza speaks about how the nurses at Dana-Farber love when John comes with her to appointments!

Liza works in marketing for Citizens Bank Wealth Management, but in her spare time, loves going to the Cape with her family, wandering the Museum of Fine Arts, walking through Audubon Parks, and exploring downtown Boston.

Liza is incredibly grateful for her team at Dana-Faber, who have helped her and her family get through the hiccups that she has faced. They have made it easier for the family to live out a “new normal” life.

Dr. Ursula Matulonis

She can talk about the recent research in ovarian cancer and the importance of new combination therapies that have shown promising signs in treating ovarian cancer.

Dr. Matulonis has led several clinical trials that have resulted in new drug approvals by the Food and Drug Administration for patients with ovarian cancer.

Former Sec. of State John Kerry calls into the WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon to donate and discuss his new book about his experience with cancer.

Kyle was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma in March 2018. He was experiencing pain in his neck and shoulders for several months. After abnormal blood work results and masses found on an x-ray, Kyle was diagnosed with cancer.

His treatment included aggressive chemotherapy. He finished active treatment last month.

In his spare time, Kyle likes to play NASCAR, wrestling and football video games, especially on his Wii.

While the cancer diagnosis is challenging, Kyle’s family says the Jimmy Fund Clinic makes the experience as smooth as possible. They appreciate how welcoming and friendly everyone at the Clinic has been during Kyle’s treatment.

BR+A Consulting joins Dale and Keefe and donates $5,000 to the WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon.