LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – A Nebraska man known for his advocacy and fight against pediatric brain cancer is now fighting his own cancer.
Andy Hoffman announced that he has brain cancer. Andy is the founder of the Team Jack Foundation and father of Jack Hoffman, who is a survivor of pediatric brain cancer and was recognized by the Huskers during the 2013 spring game, where Jack took a hand and with a team escort, ran 69 yards for a touchdown during the fourth quarter.
“After spending the past 9 years helping my son fight brain cancer and many others, I have now learned firsthand what these people have been through. On Sunday, July 19, I had a seizure while running down the cowboy trail in Atkinson. A subsequent MRI revealed a massive brain tumor, “Andy said in a Facebook post.” We are currently at Mayo Clinic developing an attack plan. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. “
The Team Jack Foundation was created after Jack’s diagnosis and continues to help children fight a similar battle. According to the Team Jack Foundation website, the Foundation has raised more than $ 7.5 million for research.
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