Thurman Thomas joins Rochester Heroes Ball to honor cancer advocates

A health story from New York, reported by RochesterFirst.

Health · New York · October 9, 2026

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ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Local heroes making a difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families were honored Friday night during the annual Heroes Ball in Rochester.

Reported by RochesterFirst, October 9, 2026. Read the full story at RochesterFirst →

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