Leukemia and Brain Tumor Survivor Will Walk in Heroes of Hope Race for Brain Tumor Research
Friday, October 28, 2011 - 09:00
in Health & Medicine
Veronica Cappalonga, of Los Angeles, was diagnosed at age 6 with leukemia. She wanted to become a spokesperson for children with cancer, but six years ago, she developed a malignant brain tumor. Because of the tumor and aggressive treatment, Veronica has right-side weakness and difficulty speaking, but her family is working to help her achieve everything she can - and that's more than some people expect. Now 28, Veronica will walk in the Nov. 6 Heroes of Hope Race for Brain Tumor Research - not only to help raise funds, but also to show that survivors can fight these diseases with dignity.