Phil Bosanko Article

Beyond the Blaze: A Firefighter’s Triumph Over Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer

Abe Rosenberg
Feb 03, 2026
Stories of Hope
Many firefighters describe their profession as “slaying the dragon.” For those on the front lines, the phrase conveys courage, heroism and an unrelenting don’t-quit attitude.
Phil Bosanko wearing a City of Hope shirt on vacation
Phil Bosanko sporting a City of Hope shirt on vacation.

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