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Our favorite local celebrity, Basketball Hall of Famer and ESPN legend, Dick Vitale was diagnosed with melanoma in August. He now is facing a six month chemotherapy battle against lymphoma. The journey starts this weekend. Below is a video from Dickie V's Twitter, and he shares why he is optimistic and urges the importance of early detection.
Dick Vitale has raised MILLIONS of dollars through his gala events and his foundation for cancer research, The V Foundation. Now it's time for us to back him!
You've got this Dick! We love you!
Here is a full write up from ESPN