Rock 4 Rorz-Promoting Brain Tumor Awareness Through Rory’s Journey

2009 April 28
by Grace Boyle

I have a dear family friend, Rory O’Sullivan who is only 24, but has a stage four brain tumor. This Wednesday, April 29th (tomorrow) in NYC his family, friends and the community are throwing a Rock4Rorz concert to benefit Rory and help raise brain tumor awareness.


I hope you take a moment to read Rory’s story and maybe you will see that the petty issues in life don’t always add up when something as painful and hard to understand, as having a brain tumor at the healthy young age of 24 can do to you and your family. What’s more, the O’Sullivan’s and Rory himself are a pillar of strength. There’s inspiration where wallowing would be and positivity where some might crawl up in a ball and want to hide. I’m moved everyday by their family…

When Rory was only 22 he woke up and couldn’t move his face, at all. After flying home to his parent’s and receiving tests from doctors, they informed him that they had found a golf-ball sized tumor in his frontal lobe and attempted to remove it, but surgeries, chemo and radiation had proven to be unsuccessful. After working hard to find the best doctor in the entire country, a doctor in Houston made the correct diagnosis. Rory had: Glibastoma Multiforme astrocytoma, an aggressive type of tumor.

Successfully, the growth was removed but during the operation, Rory suffered a stroke that had paralyzed the entire life side of his body, from head to toe. This past November, Rory turned 24 and he was dropped from his parents’ insurance policy…which means the O’Sullivan’s will (out of pocket) have to pay for the medical bills of chemotherapy and physical therapy.

Shawn O’Sullivan, Rory’s Father and my dad’s dear friend and business colleague explains, “There is no greater love than the love of one’s children…and there is no greater heartache than to see one of them ill. So many tell us that they can’t imagine what this is like. I tell them not to even try. It is a reality. It is our reality. And we would not change places with anyone. We could not be more proud of our son, Rory, who is one of the most upbeat and kind-hearted people you will ever meet. He will do anything for anyone. He does not ask for anything in return. It is not in his nature to ask for help and when he does it is always on behalf of others.”

So I’m asking from you and anyone else you know, if you’re in NYC check out the lineup and come support the cause. The concert is being held at The Bell House in Brooklyn, NY with headliners like The Fugs, Golden Triangle, White Williams and much more. If you’re not in NYC, but would care to donate (anything helps) I know the O’Sullivan’s would be forever grateful for your contribution. You can donate here via PayPal or any major Credit Card and if you feel so inclined, please spread the word. Thank you…

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  • http://www.blackchiropractic.com.au Dr David Black

    Brain tumours seem to be happening more and more.
    Are cell phones the culprit ?
    Dr.David Black
    http://www.blackchiropractic.com.au

  • http://www.smallhandsbigideas.blogspot.com Grace Boyle

    @Dr David Black Unfortunately, I don't know the answer…but I do know that there definitely are a few reasons, cell phones being one of the. I would be interested to hear more of your professional opinion. Thanks for sharing.

  • http://www.blackchiropractic.com.au Dr David Black

    Hi Grace,

    Nice to hear from you.
    Cell phones generate electromagnetic radiation, the same as is found in X Rays and overhead high voltage electricity cables.
    When we hold them up to our ears we are bringing our brain cells into close contact with this radiation.
    Electromagnetic radiation causes cancer. There is no dispute about this at all.
    Just as tobacco and alcohol manufacturers say that no harm comes from their products, so do telephone companies who are making a fortune from the use of cell phones.
    The worst case is young children being given cell phones by their parents.
    Their brains and indeed their bodies are highly susceptible to carcinogenic influences as they are still growing.
    I think we will continue to see brain tumours increasing in quite young people in the future as a direct result of increased cell phone use.

    Best regards,
    Dr.David Black

  • http://www.blackchiropractic.com.au Dr David Black

    Hi Grace,

    Nice to hear from you.
    Cell phones generate electromagnetic radiation, the same as is found in X Rays and overhead high voltage electricity cables.
    When we hold them up to our ears we are bringing our brain cells into close contact with this radiation.
    Electromagnetic radiation causes cancer. There is no dispute about this at all.
    Just as tobacco and alcohol manufacturers say that no harm comes from their products, so do telephone companies who are making a fortune from the use of cell phones.
    The worst case is young children being given cell phones by their parents.
    Their brains and indeed their bodies are highly susceptible to carcinogenic influences as they are still growing.
    I think we will continue to see brain tumours increasing in quite young people in the future as a direct result of increased cell phone use.

    Best regards,
    Dr.David Black

  • http://www.blackchiropractic.com.au Dr David Black

    Hi Grace,

    Nice to hear from you.
    Cell phones generate electromagnetic radiation, the same as is found in X Rays and overhead high voltage electricity cables.
    When we hold them up to our ears we are bringing our brain cells into close contact with this radiation.
    Electromagnetic radiation causes cancer. There is no dispute about this at all.
    Just as tobacco and alcohol manufacturers say that no harm comes from their products, so do telephone companies who are making a fortune from the use of cell phones.
    The worst case is young children being given cell phones by their parents.
    Their brains and indeed their bodies are highly susceptible to carcinogenic influences as they are still growing.
    I think we will continue to see brain tumours increasing in quite young people in the future as a direct result of increased cell phone use.

    Best regards,
    Dr.David Black

  • http://www.blackchiropractic.com.au Dr David Black

    Hi Grace,

    Nice to hear from you.
    Cell phones generate electromagnetic radiation, the same as is found in X Rays and overhead high voltage electricity cables.
    When we hold them up to our ears we are bringing our brain cells into close contact with this radiation.
    Electromagnetic radiation causes cancer. There is no dispute about this at all.
    Just as tobacco and alcohol manufacturers say that no harm comes from their products, so do telephone companies who are making a fortune from the use of cell phones.
    The worst case is young children being given cell phones by their parents.
    Their brains and indeed their bodies are highly susceptible to carcinogenic influences as they are still growing.
    I think we will continue to see brain tumours increasing in quite young people in the future as a direct result of increased cell phone use.

    Best regards,
    Dr.David Black