Christopher Reeve's widow announces she has lung cancer - RedsZone.com - Cincinnati Reds Fans' Home for Baseball Discussion

creek14 · 08-09-2005, 10:26 AM

Dana Reeve poses with her husband Christopher at a 2003 event.YOUR E-

NEW YORK (AP) -- Dana Reeve, who spent nine years caring for her paralyzed husband, Christopher Reeve, until his death last year, announced Tuesday that she has lung cancer.

Reeve, 44, said she decided to disclose her illness following rumors about her health in the media.

"I have recently been diagnosed with lung cancer, and am currently undergoing treatment," Reeve said in a statement. "I have an excellent team of physicians, and we are optimistic about my prognosis."

"Now, more than ever, I feel Chris with me as I face this challenge," she said. "As always, I look to him as the ultimate example of defying the odds with strength, courage and hope in the face of life's adversities."

Reeve, who starred in the "Superman" films, was paralyzed in a horse-riding accident in 1995. He died October 10, 2004.

Dana Reeve, an actress, was a constant companion and supporter of her husband during his long ordeal and his work for a cure for spinal cord injuries.

She is chairwoman of the Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation, which funds research on paralysis.

To date, it has awarded $55 million in research grants and $7.5 million in quality of life grants.

Unassisted · 08-10-2005, 10:13 PM

The excerpt above doesn't mention that Mrs. Reeve was a non-smoker.

RedFanAlways1966 · 08-11-2005, 08:08 AM

I was saddened to hear this. The tragedies that this poor family has had to face. I wish her well and will pray for her well being.

08-09-2005, 10:26 AM	#1
creek14 Dunnilicious Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Beavercreek Posts: 11,774	Christopher Reeve's widow announces she has lung cancer Dana Reeve poses with her husband Christopher at a 2003 event.YOUR E- NEW YORK (AP) -- Dana Reeve, who spent nine years caring for her paralyzed husband, Christopher Reeve, until his death last year, announced Tuesday that she has lung cancer. Reeve, 44, said she decided to disclose her illness following rumors about her health in the media. "I have recently been diagnosed with lung cancer, and am currently undergoing treatment," Reeve said in a statement. "I have an excellent team of physicians, and we are optimistic about my prognosis." "Now, more than ever, I feel Chris with me as I face this challenge," she said. "As always, I look to him as the ultimate example of defying the odds with strength, courage and hope in the face of life's adversities." Reeve, who starred in the "Superman" films, was paralyzed in a horse-riding accident in 1995. He died October 10, 2004. Dana Reeve, an actress, was a constant companion and supporter of her husband during his long ordeal and his work for a cure for spinal cord injuries. She is chairwoman of the Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation, which funds research on paralysis. To date, it has awarded $55 million in research grants and $7.5 million in quality of life grants. __________________ Will trade this space for a #1 starter.

08-10-2005, 10:13 PM	#2
Unassisted RZ Chamber of Commerce Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: San Antonio Posts: 13,227	Re: Christopher Reeve's widow announces she has lung cancer The excerpt above doesn't mention that Mrs. Reeve was a non-smoker. __________________ /r/reds

08-11-2005, 08:08 AM	#3
RedFanAlways1966 For a Level Playing Field Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Oakwood, OH Posts: 11,248	Re: Christopher Reeve's widow announces she has lung cancer I was saddened to hear this. The tragedies that this poor family has had to face. I wish her well and will pray for her well being. __________________ Small market fan... always hoping, but never expecting.

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