Posted by caraher on August 9, 2008, at 2:11:56
In reply to Re: Sad, compelling stories » Chris O, posted by fayeroe on August 3, 2008, at 8:49:29
Around here, it seems like every time someone gets sick the response is to hold a charity motorcycle ride. Which is wonderful, but scarcely a substitute for a system where people need to choose between dying of cancer and bankruptcy.
Even our local celebs are not exempt - one of this season's American Idol top-24 contestants is from my town, and he received a cancer diagnosis near the end of his time on the show. They held a charity concert for his treatment. I wonder how he's faring (in managing the costs of his treatment) relative to other locals who haven't had their 15 minutes of fame...?
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