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CBS 2's John Elliot with Team Cupcake at the Valerie Fund 5k. (Credit CBS 2)

Annual Valerie Fund 5K Kicks Off In Verona

The Valerie Fund has been in operation for 36 years and helps more than 4,000 children with cancer and blood disorders each year.

2013/06/15

Young Cancer Patients Express Gratitude Towards Valerie Fund

WCBS 880 has partnered with the Valerie Fund to support this Saturday’s Valerie Fund Walk and JAG Physical Therapy Run, which will be held in Verona Park in Verona, New Jersey.

2013/06/13

Lashikeerah Walker and friends (credit: Valerie Fund)

Valerie Fund Holds Camp Happy Times For Young Cancer Patients

Among the Valerie Fund’s programs is Camp Happy Times, a summer camp for current and former patients to get away and spend time with other survivors. 23-year-old cancer survivor Lashikeerah Walker spoke with Metaxas about the camp.

2013/06/12

Parents Of Young Cancer Patients Find Patience At The Valerie Fund

There are no age limits on the children the Valerie Fund will treat. Even the littlest of children can get cancer. Katie Mulcahy was only 14-months-old.

2013/06/11

WCBS 880's John Metaxas with 4-year-old cancer survivor William DeGregorio

Families Of Young Cancer Patients Find Invaluable Support With The Valerie Fund

This Saturday morning, WCBS 880 will be part of the Valerie Fund Walk and JAG Physical Therapy Run in Verona. The annual event is a fundraiser for the organization which supports the comprehensive health care needs of children with cancer and blood disorders.

2013/06/10

Marijuana (file / credit: DESIREE MARTIN/AFP/Getty Images)

Medical Marijuana Patients To Protest Lack Of Access In New Jersey

Patients, families and advocates plan to protest what they say is New Jersey’s failure to meaningfully implement the state’s medical marijuana program.

2013/06/07