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As many of you know, Brian was diagnosed with testicular cancer in May. Because of this Brian is unable to attend USC and is on disability leave from his job at Home Depot.
Brian needs to undergo an Autologous Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant. This treatment is Brian’s only hope for survival. Brian will have the transplant at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). The treatment requires that Brian and his caregiver, Vickie, be in Charleston for two months.
The procedure is expensive and we need your help. Even with insurance there are many uncovered expenses such as medical deductibles, travel, and relocation expenses.
To help with these expenses, a fundraising campaign in Brian’s name has been established with HelpHOPELive. HelpHOPELive is a nonprofit organization that has been helping the transplant community for nearly 30 years. All donations are tax-deductible and are administered for transplant-related expenses only.If there are any questions about our fundraising efforts, do not hesitate to contact one of us listed below. Thank you for your generosity.
Vickie Zarnick Brittany Goff Jeff Turner
260-414-1873 864-497-8222 260-409-2981
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Home again
Brian was released from the hospital on Monday Jan. 3. He had a minor surgery to remove his tri-fusion catheter on Thursday, after which he traveled home to Columbia. He has a follow up appointment on Jan. 21 with the transplant doctors in Charleston.
Transplant
Brian made it through the chemotherapy. Today he will have his bone marrow transplanted.
His appetite is good. We walked outside both Tuesday and yesterday. He should be released tomorrow.
Brittany and her sister, Kara, will join us for Christmas here in Charleston.
Back home
Brian returned to Columbia today. He is happy to be home. On December 16 he will return to Charleston for blood work and scans. At this time his final bone marrow transplant will be scheduled.
Post transplant
Brian recieved the high dose chemotherapy last week and his transplant was Monday. He was released from the hospital Tuesday Nov. 16. He goes to clinic daily for lab work. He is prone to infection so he has to be watched closely. Brian tires easily but is doing well. The doctors are pleased with his progress.
Hospitalized again
Brian was admitted to the hospital with a fever on Monday, Dec. 27. He toasted in the New Year with sparkling grape juice from his hospital bed. He is improving slowly.
Back in the hospital
Brian developed a fever and was admitted to the hospital on Sunday. The chemo has made him very nauseous. He will be released after Thanksgiving (yes, he had to spend it in the hospital.
Transplant
Brian was in Charleston for the blood and bone marrow collection. They were able to collect enough cells for both transplants. We will return to Charleston Tuesday and Brian will be admitted to the hospital. The chemotherapy starts next Wednesday.
Round 2
Brian was admitted to the hospital today for his second round of chemotherapy. He will be transplanted with his bone marrow on Thursday Dec. 23. It will be Christmas in Charleston for us this year.
Transplant
My mom and I traveled to Charleston today for a final visit with the transplant team. The transplant is to begin Monday, November 1 at 7am. This is the process of building up my stem and bone marrow cells and collecting them. This process usually takes 3-5 days. There can be a lot of bone pain involved in this process. After enough cells are collected I will return to Columbia for a few days to recover before I return to Charleston and start the high dose chemotherapy.
Brian,
Wishing you good health, happiness and a prosperous new year.
Love, Ann
12-31-13
Ann M. Marks
Brian,
Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! and a wish for Happy, Healthy New Year. Love you, Aunt Brenda
Davison, MI
Hi Brian, I think about you all the time! Nana has been keeping me updated on how you're doing. You have a lot of people praying for you! Love and miss you!
Lauren- Flint
Brian,
I'm glad to hear the transplant went well. Keep on truckin' through that chemo! I think about you often and look forward to the day when we can celebrate St. Patrick's Day together again!
Clare, St. Louis
Hope everything starts to turn around for you! Keep your chin up and hope you are still enjoying race day! Take care Brian.
Becky - Fort Wayne
Hey Brian. I'm glad to hear you made it through the transplant process alright! Hopefully the next step is just as successful. I have a ton of people up here prayin for you. Miss you!
Keri- Saginaw
Brian, the next couple of months aren't going to be the easiest. Take it one day at a time. Just know that I and a whole lot of people you don't even know are praying for you every day. God bless.
Ken/Fort Wayne
Brian,
You're always in our thoughts and prayers. Whatever you need, call or have your mom call.
We love you.
Aunt Brenda & Uncle Tim
Brian, my prayers continue for your healing. "Be strong & courageous" (just one of my favorite verses). Good luck with all the many medical procedures. I know Brittany will keep us updated.
Love,
Darla/Houston, TX
Brian-
I think about you often and pray for your healing. Many good wishes and prayers come your way from NC. Hang in there!!
Tara/Raleigh NC
Make checks payable to:
Help Hope Live
Note in memo:
In honor of Brian Zarnick
Mail to:
Help Hope Live
2 Radnor Corporate Center
Suite 100
100 Matsonford Road
Radnor, PA 19087
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