Hope, family, and community: A SUPERKID’s journey of unshakeable strength and optimism | Part 1
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This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, meet 14-year-old brain tumour survivor Robbie Watson and his parents, Abby and Jeremy, as they share their incredible story. Robbie reflects on travelling for treatment and life after diagnosis with his signature positivity, while Abby brings the parent perspective and opens up about the uncertainty, strength and community support that carried their family through the toughest days. Together, they discuss how their journey has become a powerful story of hope and resilience.
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Chapters
1. Meeting Robbie and His Family (00:00:00)
2. The Diagnosis Journey (00:01:22)
3. Chemotherapy and Treatment Experience (00:05:23)
4. Surgery and Vision Challenges (00:10:48)
5. SMART Syndrome and Memory Loss (00:17:01)
6. Naming the Brain Tumor (00:22:21)
7. Impact on Family and Faith (00:25:38)
8. Community Support in Picton (00:31:14)
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