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Yvan the warrior

  • Post-chemo results are in!

      17 March 2025
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    Yvan's PET scan and MRI showed good results. The PET scan revealed a few very small spots that need to be monitored, but overall, the outlook is promising. We're still waiting for an appointment with the radiology team to discuss the next steps for his radiotherapy. On a brighter note, Yvan's neutrophil levels are up, so we can finally schedule his much-anticipated dinner treat before starting his radiotherapy treatment. <3 Garcia Family

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  • Smashed it!!!

      2 March 2025
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    Day 5 of Cycle 14 is officially complete! After 7 long months, Yvan has finished his intensive chemo. 😊 His PET scan is scheduled for next week to assess the cancer's status and identify areas needing radiotherapy. This marks the next phase of Yvan's journey (and our journey as a family). We're beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel—almost there! ❤️ Garcias

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  • Final push!!!!

      25 February 2025
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    Day 1 of Cycle 14 – Yvan's final 5-day chemotherapy cycle! Only 4 more days to go, and then his chemo sessions will be complete! 😊 Scans and radiotherapy next. We're looking forward to this chapter being behind us and returning to a sense of normalcy. 😊 ❤️ the Garcias ❤️

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  • A big happy birthday!!

      11 February 2025
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    A big happy birthday to the warrior legend Yvan today!!! He celebrated by finishing his second to last (!!) round of chemo and got to spend the rest of the day celebrating with the family at home. Hope you have an awesome day Yvan!!

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  • Merry christmas and Happy new year!!

      2 January 2025
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    A big merry Christmas and happy new year from the Garcia family to yours ❤️ the Garcia family were greatful to be able to spend Christmas Day together at home but unfortunately due to a fever spike, spent New Year’s Eve at starship hospital. Luckily they could still be together to celebrate the new year with an awesome view of the sky tower. The most important thing being that the family were together 🥰 ready to welcome 2025 and a new year. Wishing everyone a safe, happy and healthy 2025 🥳. 2025 will be the year of strength, health and happiness ❤️

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  • Some Christmas cheer

      5 December 2024
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    cycle 9 has started with a bit of Christmas cheer from Mickey and Minnie Mouse thanks to the Ronald McDonald house. They support families whose kids are at Starship for Treatment. They are superb and they help house families who are from other regions. ❤️ The space gives families sort of a break from the hospital rooms.

    Almost at double digits and even though the cycles are getting harder, Yvan and the Garcia family continue to stay strong and battle through together. Double digits are expected to be the toughest so as always - the Garcia’s appreciate all of the thoughts, support and prayers from everyone.

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  • Kidney love

      13 November 2024
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    Yvan's kidney got some TLC yesterday with some tests, infusions and a change in medication to help keep it safe and healthy. Cycle 8 next week - past half way! A big shout out to the doctors and nurses at Starship Hospital for all of the awesome work they do <3

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  • Cherry Blossoms and Smiles in Bloom

      9 October 2024
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    Yvan has had a bit of a roller coaster ride over the last few weeks - battling infections and fevers but he continues to be a warrior! His 5th round of chemo had to be delayed while he got better but he is now back to the plan and pushing forward! His latest scans are looking promising and the Garcia's will update once results are in - but Yvan has been given the clearance to start walking again! Short goes at the moment but this is a huge step forward in the battle. The family celebrated by going to Cornwall Park to see the Cherry Blossom trees in bloom. Once again the Garcia's would like to say a huge thank you for all the support, prayers and well wishes from everyone supporting them. They would also like to say a massive thank you to the Cancer Society for the enormous amount of support they have received from them. Lots of Love and smiles <3

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  • Update from the Garcia Family

      2 September 2024
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    Yvan has had an updated MRI last week to see if the chemo has had an affect on Yvan's cancer cells - and we are overjoyed to say that the results are very promising! The MRI showed an amazing reduction in the cancer cells in Yvan's spine already and we are hoping and praying that this continues. Yvan has 11 more cycles of chemo to go. All of the prayers, support and Yvan's positive attitude help so much for his treatment so we would like to once again give a massive thank you to everyone that has offered our family continuous support and love.

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  • Yvan Update

      14 August 2024
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    First off, a big thank you to everyone that has donated to this page! the love and support shown for the Garcia family is overwhelming and VERY VERY much appreciated!. After a 2 day rest at home, Yvan is back in hospital today to start his second round of Chemotherapy - this is a big one but he is still smiling! After this round the family are hoping that he will be able to go home to recover before the next round in a couple of weeks. Yvan, Bien and Fourth have all shaved their heads in preparation/support for this round of chemo. The family wanted to say a huge big thank you to everyone that has donated on the page as well as those that have delivered meals etc to the house. Words can't really express how thankful they are. Lots of loves

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