. is putting his shoulder into legislation that would help others access the same sort of care he received when he suffered a stroke midway through his playing career..
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derek valenzuela had a tough time coming up with words of gratitude for st. jude staffers..
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chemotherapy involved two hours at the hospital every other week. he'd leave wearing a fanny pack that would continue to deliver treatment for 48 straight hours, one slow drip at a time..