Jim Kelly

  Jim Kelly, NFL Hall of Famer, discusses how much a smile or a kind word can mean to someone with cancer — and he knows from experience.

Kelly was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma in 2013 and, after a complete removal of his upper jaw, faced a recurrence in 2014. However, when he was in the hospital and nurses, caregivers and friends visited him with kinds words, hugs and well wishes, his spirits were lifted. Now, inspiring others —as others encouraged him – is what keeps him going. After all, nobody knows what tomorrow holds.

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Jim Kelly, NFL Hall of Famer, discusses how much a smile or a kind word can mean to someone with cancer – and he knows from experience.

A Smile Could Mean the World to Someone With Cancer

NFL Hall of Famer and cancer survivor Jim Kelly discusses how he deals with pain after a cancer diagnosis and stays motivated to keep moving forward.

Jim Kelly on Dealing With Pain and Staying Motivated 

NFL Hall of Famer Jim Kelly discusses what inspires him to continue fighting for patients with cancer.

Make a Difference Today for Someone Fighting for Their Tomorrow

NFL Hall of Famer Jim Kelly discusses his thoughts when he was diagnosed with neck squamous cell carcinoma in his upper jaw.

Mentally, Kelly knew that he would give cancer a good fight, but upon being diagnosed, he struggled with the thought of telling his family

Jim Kelly

A Smile Could Mean the World to Someone With Cancer

Jim Kelly on Dealing With Pain and Staying Motivated

Make a Difference Today for Someone Fighting for Their Tomorrow

Jim Kelly Discusses His Cancer Diagnosis

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