A charity single has been released to raise money for treatment for a five-year-old with cancer - and is above Kylie Minogue in the download charts. Jack, 5, in the hospital. (Brunelcare via SWNS)
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A charity single has been released to raise money for treatment for a five-year-old with cancer – and is above Kylie Minogue in the download charts.
Jack Gyde was diagnosed with a Stage 4 High Risk Neuroblastoma earlier this year after mom Sarah noticed him limping.
Community carer Sarah and her colleagues at Brunelcare immediately began fundraising – aiming to raise $322,896 for maintenance treatment to avoid a relapse that is not currently available in the UK.
The care team at Brunelcare have been donating funds to ‘Jack’s Journey’ to raise money for Jack to receive life-prolonging treatment in America.
Now local Bristol legend Daz Sims has released a charity single entitled Cowboy Jack – which debuted at 28 on the iTunes chart.
he family from Burnham-on-Sea in Somerset urgently need help to download the single by midnight on Thursday to propel it into the UK Official Top 40 and keep it there.
A Brunelcare spokesperson said: “Every download of “Cowboy Jack” supports fundraising efforts for 5-year-old Jack Gyde, who is battling stage 4 high-risk neuroblastoma.
“Jack urgently needs lifesaving treatment in the US, which costs $322,896.
“Your simple act of downloading this song can make a world of difference.”
Jack said: “I hope I get well soon. I miss going to school and playing with my friends.”
Mandy Curran, Brunelcare Operations Manager, commented: “We are wishing Jack a speedy recovery.
“Our Somerset team is united in support of Sarah and Jack.
“Contributions to his GoFundMe page and participation in fundraising events demonstrate our commitment.
“Sarah is a fantastic carer and valued team member, and we look forward to her return.”
Jack is currently undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy, with surgery and a stem cell transplant planned. If Jack’s NHS treatment is successful, he has a 40-50% chance of survival.
However, if he relapses, his chances drop to just 5%.
The funds raised will support additional maintenance treatment in the US to reduce the risk of relapse and improve his chances of survival.
Sarah shared their journey: “It was the middle of January 2024 when I noticed Jack limping. After several doctor visits and an eventual trip to A&E, tests revealed a tumor above his right kidney.
”On February 15th, Jack was diagnosed with stage 4 high-risk neuroblastoma. We were devastated.”
To donate to Jack’s Journey visit the link here. You can also download the song on Amazon and Apple Music.
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