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Senator Kennedy Recuperating After Surgery

Longtime friend of C3, Senator Ted Kennedy (D-MA), is back at home in Massachusetts after recently undergoing aggressive surgery for a brain tumor. Because his tumor was operable, the 76-year-old is a candidate for the most promising treatments.

The Massachusetts Senator was originally rushed to the hospital following a seizure in early June, where after undergoing tests, he was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. Following his surgery he is set to begin targeted radiation and chemo therapy at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Senator Kennedy has been a longtime advocate in the fight against cancer. He is currently the lead sponsor of the Senate companion bill to The Colorectal Cancer Prevention, Early Detection, and Treatment Act (HR 1738), which is expected to be introduced soon.

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This news article was originally posted on June 17th, 2008 and was accurate at the time of publication. Since then, information may have changed or links may now be outdated. Please call our Answer Line 1-877-427-2111 for the latest information, or talk to your doctor before making any medical decisions.

Posted by Joe Arite on June 17th, 2008
Tags: HR 1738, Senator Kennedy

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