Zeke has neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1)—a genetic condition in which tumours (mostly non-cancerous) can grow on the skin, nerves, and bones. It can cause neurological and skeletal symptoms, as well as changes in vision and appearance, and breathing difficulties.
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Eliel was just a year and a half old when he caught several common cold viruses. At first, it seemed like nothing more than an ear infection. But over the next few days, the viruses affected his heart, causing a serious condition called myocarditis (inflammation of the heart muscle).
As a proud supporter of the IWK for many years, Egg Farmers of Nova Scotia understands the important role the IWK plays in the lives of children, youth, and families across the Maritimes, including those in the farming community.
For Ben and his wife, Jessica, supporting the IWK became deeply personal when both of their sons were born prematurely and needed specialized care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
When 11-year-old Canon was undergoing treatment for kidney cancer at the IWK in 2021, his family set out to find a meaningful way to give back and show their gratitude for the specialized care he received.