Bob Shank and his family

Leukemia patient thanks granddaughter for saving his life

A stem cell transplant was the only option to tackle Bob Shank's rapidly advancing cancer, driven by a genetic mutation that proffered a poor prognosis. Granddaughter Avery held the key to his survival
City of Hope AML patient Bob Shank
Bob Shank

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