ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For the past 19 years, a University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center nurse has kept a “can’t miss” appointment with an electric shaver and a crowd, all for a good cause.
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Roger Tannen shaved his head to show his dedication to supporting children’s cancer research. Nineteen years ago, Tannen’s 8-year-old nephew was diagnosed with leukemia. That’s when he decided to be the face of a fundraiser sponsored by the St. Baldrick’s Foundation.
According to UNMH, research has helped improve childhood cancer survival rates from 10% percent to 85%. If you want to help, this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rio Rancho Events Center, they’re holding a head-shaving fundraiser. If you can’t make the event but would like to donate, click here.