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Yvan the warrior

  • Final Update

      8 December 2025
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    Thank you to everyone that has given their support to the Garcia family and this page. This page is now closed - however, we have one final update for you all.

    Yvan has completed his 5th round of chemo and is now having a break until after christmas to complete his last round. The Garcia's are making good use of their break and thanks to the amazing support of the Child Cancer Foundation and the Huljich Foundation - they are off to Queenstown!! The Huljich Foundation is a charitable trust that supports seriously ill children and provides a memorable experience for them and their family. This is an amazing gift that they are giving to the Garcia Family that they will forever treasure <3

    The battle isn't over yet but with the never ending love, support and faith from those around them, the Garcia's will continue to fight on.

    A last thank you to everyone that supported this page - either financially, emotionally or faithfully. Your support will always be remembered.

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  • The roller coaster ride continues - from the Garcia Family.

      11 November 2025
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    Yvan started his 4th cycle of chemotherapy yesterday (Monday).

    Last Thursday, Yvan had his MRI and CT scan, and the results were discussed by his doctor yesterday. The findings brought both good and bad news, but we’re choosing to focus on the good!

    The good news: No new lesions were found, and some of the smaller ones have completely disappeared.

    The not-so-good news: A few of the existing lesions have grown slightly.

    Despite that, the doctor recommended continuing with three more chemotherapy cycles, because there has been a positive response overall. If there had been no improvement, treatment would have been stopped.

    Your prayers truly lift and bless us. Thank you for standing with Yvan in faith, hope, and love.

    Thank you, everyone, for your continued prayers and love for Yvan. Your faith, kindness, and support mean the world to us.

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  • Hydrogen goodness for the soul!

      16 October 2025
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    Yvan the warrior is continuing his battle with the help of some Hydrogen goodness!. Hydrogen therapy is an alternative therapy where Hydrogen is used to assist in helping to keep the good cells strong and fighting fit while Yvan continues his Chemotherapy sessions. Hydrogen therapy is shown to protect healthy cells from the damage caused by chemotherapy and already seems to be helping Yvan recover quicker after his sessions. Hydrogen for the win!

    Yvan will begin his third session of chemotherapy next week - after which the doctors will do some more scans / tests to see how the chemotherapy is progressing. As always - our thoughts, prayers and positive thinking is with the Garcia family as the battle on <3

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    • 16/10/2025 by Ina Smit

      Wishing Yvan strength and healing as he continues his hydrogen therapy and begins his third round of chemotherapy next week. Thinking of him and hoping for positive progress.

  • Happy birthday harj!!

      21 September 2025
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    Today we celebrate the amazing Harjoline ❤️ you are one of the strongest and inspirational woman that I’ve ever met. You have taught me so much about the power of love, faith, hope and positive thinking 🥰 I’m so honoured to have had you by my side for the last 8yrs.

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  • Page extended to Dec 2025

      2 September 2025

    Page extended to Dec 2025

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    • 02/09/2025 by Ina

      Our hearts and thoughts are with Yvan and your family during this incredibly difficult time. We cannot imagine the pain you are carrying, but please know you are not walking this journey alone.

      We are keeping Yvan in our prayers every day—asking for comfort, strength, and moments of peace for him, and for you as a family. May you feel God’s presence surrounding you with love, and may you find encouragement knowing how deeply others care.

      Please lean on us in any way you need—through prayer, support, or simply being there.

      With love and continued prayers

      Ina

  • From the Garcia's:

      2 September 2025
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    Please keep Yvan in your prayers.

    His cancer has relapsed, and the treatment now can only slow it's growth. He is living in constant pain, and as parents, its heartbreaking to see him suffer.

    We are holding on to faith and praying every day for a miracle, for Yvan's healing, his comfort, and more precious time with him. Your prayers and support mean everything to us right now.

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  • Happy Birthday Fourth!

      25 August 2025
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    The Garcia family took a well earned break to celebrate Fourth's birthday!! Fourth has been a strong, caring and loving Kuya throughout this battle and continues to support the family with strength, love and faith. Hope you had an awesome birthday Fourth!

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  • The Battle Continues.........

      14 July 2025
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    It's been a rollercoaster ride the past few weeks for the Garcia family. After some light shone through from the end of the tunnel and we all thought the end to this long and hard fought battle was over - it seems there was one more turn in the road. Further scans have shown more cancer cells in Yvan's spine - HOWEVER, further testing confirmed it is isolated to 1x particular vertebrae. So - the gloves are back on and the battle continues. Yvan started another round of radiation on Friday and this will continue for another 10sessions. Luckily, before this recent diagnosis the family managed to get away for a much needed family weekend to Taupo where they celebrated Bien's birthday! HAPPY BIRTHDAY BIEN!. Throughout this battle, Yvan and the Garcia family continues to be an inspiration and proof of the power of positivity, hope and love. We are all behind you Garcia's - supporting you every step of the way! YOU GOT THIS YVAN!

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  • Extension

      7 July 2025

    Hi all. Just letting you know that we are extending the end date of the page - it will now remain open until October 2025. Unfortunately the battle is not over yet so we want to keep this page open for as long as the Garcia family need it. Thanks all

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    • 08/07/2025 by Ina Smit

      All the best for Yvan and the Garcia Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  • Ready, steady, go!

      28 April 2025
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    Yvan and the Garcia family have been taking a much deserved break from treatments after completing Yvan's chemotherapy course. They have been making the most of this time as a family - restaurants, road trips and racing!! Today marks day 1 of phase 2 of Yvan's treatment. After some very positive results from the chemotherapy, today they start radiation which is a more targeted treatment for the remaining cancer cells. As always, our support, thoughts and prayers are with Yvan and the Garcia family as they continue battling - but they are in pole position to come out on top of this race as well! We are all behind you team Garcia <3

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  • 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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    • 08/12/2024 by Ina Smit

      Stay Strong, 🙌

  • 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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