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In this heartfelt episode of Game Over: c*ncer, hosts Val Solomon and Dana Nichols dive into a powerful story of resilience, compassion, and purpose. Meet Nicole Youtz, a nursing student inspired by her brother Tyler’s journey with neuroblastoma, who’s now training to be a pediatric oncology nurse at the same hospital that treated him. Nicole opens up about how her family's experience with childhood cancer shaped her career path and led to the creation of Toys from Tyler, an effort her family has run for 20 years to bring holiday joy to children in treatment.
Hear how Nicole's family transformed their trauma into a mission to support others and learn more about the impact of asking the right questions, offering genuine support, and honoring each family's unique journey. If you're ready to be moved by stories of strength and learn how you can make a difference, tune in and share this episode with others.
Support Toys from Tyler and learn how you can join the mission at: facebook.com/toysfromtylerinc
Hear how Nicole's family transformed their trauma into a mission to support others and learn more about the impact of asking the right questions, offering genuine support, and honoring each family's unique journey. If you're ready to be moved by stories of strength and learn how you can make a difference, tune in and share this episode with others.
Support Toys from Tyler and learn how you can join the mission at: facebook.com/toysfromtylerinc
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