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If You Don't Fight Cancer, You Don't Know Jack

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Hey Guys! I am writing today to share the story of Jack Hoeger with you. Jack is an amazing eight year old cancer survivor that I’ve had the privilege of getting to know through the LAF. Jack lives in Iowa, and his parents, Jen and Marty, are very special people that have dedicated their lives to raising awareness about cancer.

Jen attended LIVESTRONG Day 2007 in Washington, D.C., and met with her Iowa representatives to ask them to increase funding for cancer research. Marty rode as a member of TEAM LIVESTRONG in The Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI) with Lance to raise awareness about cancer. They have started the LIVESTRONG Army Cedar Rapids to get others in their own community involved in making cancer a national priority.

Local LIVESTRONG Armies are a way to get your friends, family, and community involved in raising awareness and fighting cancer. We challenged our Army leaders to make a cancer commercial that asks our nation’s leaders what they plan to do in the fight against cancer. In the video, Jack asks, “What will you do to fight cancer?” Interested in getting involved? Click here.

Please take a second to watch this heartfelt video and call to action about Jack’s triumph over cancer. He has really beat the odds, and serves as an inspiration to us all! “If you don’t’ fight cancer, you don’t know Jack,” says Jack.

Click Here to Start A LIVESTRONG Local Army in Your Community!

  • http://TeamZieser.blogspot.com Jenn Zieser

    We’re praying for you Jack. In February my husband finished up his chemo treatments after his second bout with cancer so we have some idea of the struggles your family is facing. We’ve kept a blog of our trip through cancer and although we hoped it was over, another spot was found in my husband’s lung last month. In May he’ll have another scan and get a diagnosis so we wait. Cancer changes everything, but the compassion it brings people is priceless. You can find our blog at http://TeamZieser.blogspot.com, where we will also link to your story. Keep fighting…we’re on your team!

  • http://home.comcast.net/~scottjoy/ Scott Joy

    Jack, you’re an amazing cancer warrior! I see your video was mentioned in The Gazette, and it has been viewed more than 15,000 times as of this morning!

  • Cynthia Kneiser

    Thank you for covering the story of Jack Hoeger. So many people are effected by cancer, for years we all sat back and suffered quitely, not realizing the power of uniting together to fight and advocate for help in conquering it. I was diagnosed with Ovarian cancer 27 years ago when I was 13. We have come a long way since then, but not far enough. The Hoeger family, especially Jack, have reminded me why it is so important to keep fighting.

  • http://canceradvocacy.blogspot.com/ Brian Dowd

    I cannot think of a more inspiring video. Jack shows true strength and courage.

    The video is already at 17,851 views. Jack and parents are doing a great job of raising awareness by sharing his story.

    LIVESTRONG Jack, LIVESTRONG!

  • http://www.netwebmarketer.com/neilandsue Sue Graber

    My heart goes out to Jack and all of his family as they fight this cancer together. Cancer affects TOO many people; I was diagnosed with breast cancer last summer, 2 months before my daughter’s wedding. It was a reminder of how our lives can change in the blink of an eye. I have finished chemo and am 1/4 of the way through radiation treatments. Watching Jack’s video brought tears to my eyes. Seeing such a young child undergo such a struggle makes me more determined than ever to do my part in helping raise $ so that more research can be done and a cure can be found. I’m praying for you, Jack. You are a strong and courageous young man.

  • joshua obrien

    Hey jack i know how you feel i had cancer three years agao i was a little saced but i got over it way to hang in there little buddy

  • Sam Lazar

    Keep this awesome video going!! Everyone who watches this video will be touched!! Some may have young children (and the parents are thankful this is not happening to their children) and some will be parents of older children…whom may have cancer…and will be inspired by this video…

    My nephew died of cancer at the age of 36….

  • Barb Probst

    I am Jason’s Mom–the guy in the video who died in Feb 08 at age 36. I am so proud to have been his mom–he was my inspiration. Jason loved Jack. He would be so proud of Jack and I am sure he is praying and watching out for Jack still. Jason’s wife Gina and Jen (Jack’s Mom) have been friends forever. They have been there for each other the whole journey. I pray for you Jack and Jack’s family and will help with whatever you need. Keep up the battle Jack.

  • Bridgett Keim

    You are a very brave young boy Jack. I admire your determination. I will be praying for you and your family morning, noon and night. LIVE STRONG!

  • Heather

    Having just finished one of Lance’s books, I jumped on the net to read more about the Fountadtion and came across this video, Wow. As a mother of two little boys I’m deeply moved by Jack, You cant imagine the unimaginable. Stay strong and brave, and my thoughts go out to your family Jack.

  • Angela Gilchrist

    Jack, you are an amazing inspiration to many. Thank you Jenn for sharing with us during the Summit. Continue your fight to LIVESTRONG! You have a whole army behind you. Hugs.

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  • Linda Dziobek

    Hi Jack,
    You are an amazing kid and so are your parents. We saw your video at the LAF Summit in our Elections track. I am going to share it with everyone I know – so that they too will know Jack. LiveSTRONG Jack

  • Rachel Hubbell

    Jack you are truly an inspiration to us all. What a wonderful family you have and a mother who truly is an angel on earsth. We love you here in Jacksonville fl and pray for you and your family and all families touched my cancer.
    Livestrong Jack

  • Andy M

    Jack you are a true inspiration too thousands of people world wide. You are one of my hero’s, you sre a warrior of cancer. This is a remarkable story. i am praying for you.

  • Monica Kee

    Jack you are a inspiration to me, I’m struggling with Cervical cancer that keeps coming back. I’m praying for you, stay strong!

  • Melanie

    Dear Jack,

    I saw this video last summer at the Livestrong Summit in Ohio. I will never forget your story, your sweet face, and the love and dedication of your family. I am going to show your video to all my friends in July during a cancer fund raiser so that they will know how special you are and how hard you fight.
    You have a good name. Every Jack I have ever met has been one in a million.

    My Loving Best,
    Melanie

  • amber bray

    hey jack My name is amber bray I want you to know that you are an INSPERATION TO ME I just wanted to tell you that I am fighting for you and that I also am praying for you!!!!!!!!!! last year this young lady she is a teacher at washington middle school her name is ms. Crino well she told us about you and ever since then we have been fighting for you so please mom or dad od doctors please please please keep me posted my e-mail address is on the here so please keep in touch