This week we would like to honor Mattelyn “Mattie” Magill, a 10-year-old fighting Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. After being diagnosed in July 2011, Mattie was taken to the hospital barely breathing and in renal failure.  The Leukemic cells spread throughout her body.  She was immediately placed on full dialysis and chemotherapy.  Within one month, the doctors told Mattie and her family that she was in remission.  She spent several more months in…

Do you know a child or teen that is battling cancer or battled cancer? Nominate them as our HOC Hero of the Week and we will feature them on our blog,  web site  and social media with a link to their personal story and fundraising page. You can nominate your hero here: Nomination Form. We will highlight a new Hero each Monday morning.  Include photos and links to any fundraising pages or…