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Walking by Faith for Cade

  • Update on Cade and his family

      19 June 2026
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    On behalf of Cade and family, we are overjoyed to share the wonderful news that their baby daughter, Abigail, arrived safely on the 16th of June. We are so grateful that Cade could be present for the birth before starting his treatment on the 19th of June.

    For those who don't know, Cade will be receiving radioactive iodine treatment and will need to isolate afterwards. Cade will spend the next five days in isolation at the Waikato Hospital in Hamilton – followed by a few weeks additional time in isolation at the cancer lodge.

    They would like to sincerely thank everyone who has supported, encouraged, prayed for, and walked alongside them during their ongoing journey. Your kindness, love and support have meant so much to their family.

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  • Cade's surgery

      20 May 2026
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    Hi everybody,

    On the 22nd of April, Cade underwent surgery. The operation lasted 8 hours, and we are so thankful that everything went well. The surgeons did need to leave a piece of the tumour behind in order to protect his voice box, but they are hopeful that the radioactive iodine treatment will take care of the remaining tissue.

    We are still waiting for a date for his treatment to begin. In the meantime, Cade is enjoying precious time with his family while he rests and regains his strength.

    Thank you all so much for your continued prayers, love, and support — it truly means the world to us.

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  • Cade's Surgery

      14 April 2026
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    Hi everybody,

    Cade's surgery has been booked for the 22nd of April. He will be having full thyroid removal with central and lateral neck dissection. It is a major surgery and we ask that you please keep Cade and his family in your prayers.

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  • Update on Cade's yourney

      14 March 2026

    On 13 March Cade had a good appointment with the doctors. They feel positive about Cade’s prognosis and the cancer in his thyroid gland.

    The plan is to do surgery to remove everything in his neck. There is some risk because the cancer is close to the nerves that control his vocal cords. They will try to save the nerve, but if the cancer is attached they may have to remove it. This could affect his voice. There is also a big risk that it could affect his ability to swallow, which could mean he might need extra support like a feeding tube.

    After surgery he will receive radioactive iodine treatment. They will start with one session and then do tests to see how well his body responds. Many people respond well to this treatment, and the hope is that it will also help clear the cancer in his lungs.

    He has also been referred to a spinal specialist regarding the cancer in his back, as they are still deciding on the best treatment for that. We will need to wait to hear from that specialist.

    The surgery is expected to happen in about 6weeks, although it could be anywhere between 6 and 12 weeks. They will try to get him in as soon as possible.

    Thank you to everyone for the love, prayers, and support. It truly means so much to us during this time.

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