Help Save Michael Bohay


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Thank you to everyone who attended the BENEFIT POW-WOW

Michael Bohay is a 4-year-old boy who has been diagnosed with tumors. These tumors are in his tongue, floor of his mouth, chin and throat. Michael has undergone multiple MRI's, CT's, and has had 6 surgeries. He went through his 6th surgery on his birthday, June 26, 2006. Michael does not have much of his tongue left. With this most recent surgery, Michael has close to nothing left, and he isn't able to speak very well.

There is, however, hope for Michael! There is a medical doctor in Colorado specializing in malformations, and he can save Michael from this condition! His name is Dr. Yakes, and has seen pictures of Michael's condition, and has said that he can help! Michael's medical insurance does not cover because Dr. Yakes is out of state.

For now, his mother will have to find a way to get Michael to Colorado and hopefully avoid subsequent surgeries. We are asking your assistance. We are hoping to gather funds to pay for the alternative, and less invasive procedures performed by Dr. Yakes.

This is an urgent request so PLEASE provide any information that may help save Michael's tongue and ultimately his life. PLEASE HELP!!!


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Thanks to Fireman O'Donnell from the Whittier Fire Department for spending time with Mikie. Thank you Fireman O'Donnell for putting a smile on Mikie's face.

The following photograph is what Michael has to go through at least once a year to help his air passage to breath, and to help slow down the spreading of the tumors.

After his 6th surgery this is what is left of Michael's tongue.




If you think you can help or know anybody who can help please leave a comment in the guestbook,
or if you would like to donate please send it to:
The Credit Union Of Southern Califorina
8028 Greenleaf Ave.
Whittier, CA 90602.

or any

Bank of America

Please Make Checks payable to "Michael Bohay" Thank you.