Penguin Plunge Inc. helps the families of serious ill children in meeting their medical and support costs as they focus on their children's health. The Penguin Plunge gives people the opportunity to take a memorable dip into the icy waters of the Hudson while raising money for a good cause.
The 2012 Penguin Plunge, set for March 4, from 12-2 p.m. at Nyack's Memorial Park on the Hudson River, will benefit Alex Fernandez and Francesco Galvano.
Francesco is an active 7th grader at Pearl River Middle School. This past summer, Francesco was diagnosed with leukemia after his mom noticed unusual bruising on her athletic son. Francesco began aggressive treatment immediately and is facing this medical challenge with great optimism and spirit. Francesco is working hard to get well so that he can return to school with his classmates. He is excited about being able to go to Pearl River High School next year to be with his older brothers.
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Alex was a popular outgoing 4th grader at Valley Cottage Elementary School when he began to suffer from sharp headaches. Exhaustive testing revealed that Alex had an extremely rare type of mixed cell brain tumor. Alex underwent months of treatment and finally a doctor was sent in from India to operate as this type of tumor is so unusual. Just before surgery, a preoperative MRI showed that Alex's tumor had shrunk! A new course of treatment was decided on including a cutting edge radiation treatment that requires Alex to go to Boston. Alex is incredibly positive and perhaps this is due to his great family, his mom and brothers and sister. Alex is looking forward to getting well and being able to go back to school.
Penguin Plunge Inc
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150 Hoover St
Blauvelt, NY 10913
Phone: 917-846-6763
Email: b.noyes@gmail.com
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