A 15-year-old battling stage 4 bone cancer filmed a heartfelt plea on Facebook that inspired rapid action from lawmakers.
RALPH, Ala — A 15-year-old boy battling stage 4 bone cancer recorded a heartfelt two-minute video on his mother’s Facebook page this week — without her knowledge — and within hours, it had captured the attention of lawmakers, celebrity doctors and even the White House.
Will Roberts from Ralph, Alabama, was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in January 2025. The aggressive bone cancer has spread throughout his body, and he has already lost half of one leg to the disease.
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