Nch marathon 2014

THE MOST MEANINGFUL MARATHON IN THE COUNTRY

Where kids, cures & miracles provide miles of inspiration Official Race Guide

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Nixon Brower Age 1 Hometown Westerville Diagnosis Transposition of the Great Vessels Theme Hollywood

Nixon had his first surgery at just 36 hours old Before he was born, Nixon Brower’s parents learned he had Transposition of the Great Vessels, a condition where the arteries carrying blood away from the lungs and heart are switched causing decreased oxygen in the blood.

Without corrective surgery, the life expectancy for children with this condition is only months. After Nixon was born, he was escorted to Nationwide Children’s Hospital Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) where he underwent life-saving surgery.

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Nixon is now a happy, healthy, 1-year-old boy. He has already been golfing, loves his doggies and knows he wants to be a Duke University Blue Devils basketball player.

This little guy will be a big inspiration to all of the participants who pass through his special mile, especially his team of “Nixon’s Zippers.”

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athletes have described it as the most inspiring experience of their lives Each year, the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon brings out the best in people. You can see it on the faces of those who run, walk and line the course. And you can see it on the faces of the Patient Champions.

These amazing children, who each represent a mile of the race, are there on race day to cheer on the 18,000 participants. Each Patient Champion’s inspiring story is highlighted in this race guide, and together they represent the millions more who have been helped by Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

We’re able to provide the highest level of care every family deserves through the generosity of people like you. People who realize there is no cause more worthy than the health of a child.

Give now by visiting NationwideChildrens.org/Marathon

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Grace Glaros Age 6 Hometown Columbus Diagnosis Spina Bifida Theme Valentine

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18 Surgeries in her first 6 years A fetal MRI at Nationwide Children’s Hospital revealed that Grace Glaros had myelomeningocele, the most common and severe type of spina bifida. She had her first surgery 5 hours after she was born.

Now, at the age of 6, Grace has had 18 surgeries and has spent more than 125 days recovering in the hospital. She has worked incredibly hard in the last six years to walk in her walker and roll in her wheelchair with strength and endurance, and to become as independent as she can.

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Grace has faced many serious challenges in her 6 years and has done so with a joyous, positive and inspiring attitude. Please join Grace as she cheers on her mother, Lauren, who is running the ½ marathon this year.

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Charlee Gaietto Age 2 Hometown Tiffin Diagnosis Micro-preemie Theme Witch/Halloween

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Charlee loves to talk … and jump and swim Charlee Gaietto was born prematurely and weighed only 2.6 pounds. She was placed on a ventilator and feeding tube and faced many other challenges. Among these were anemia; a tethered spinal cord; bronchopulmonary dysplasia, which causes impaired lung function; torticollis, which makes it difficult for kids to turn their heads; and plagiocephaly, a flattened area on the head that required Charlee to wear a helmet.

Today, Charlee is nearly 3, bright and very active. She can walk on her tip toes, jump and swim. One of her favorite things to do is talk. And one of her favorite things to say is “Maw Maw, run faster!”

At Charlee’s mile, you will hear her singing out those words as she cheers on her grandma, dad and sister.

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Osh Bryant Age13 Hometown Westerville Diagnosis Elevated Hemoglobin A1c, Anemia Theme Cleveland Cavaliers

osh is in a league of his own When I’shallar (Osh) Bryant sustained a sports injury, he underwent therapy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. While he was inactive, he gained weight and was diagnosed with elevated hemoglobin A1c (a precursor to diabetes) and anemia.

That’s when Osh enrolled in the Healthy Weight New U Program at the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Nationwide Children's Hospital.

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Since being in the program, Osh has been able to play football, run, attend several football camps and work out with his teammates at Westerville South High School.

Osh’s dream job is with the NFL. He is already in a league of his own with his determination and family support. Please join him as he cheers on the runners and walkers as they pass through his special mile.

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Tyler Lutz Age 10 Hometown Reynoldsburg Diagnosis Autism Theme Puzzles: Autism Awareness

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tyler is defying the odds every day Tyler Lutz was born at 24 weeks weighing only 1 pound, 7 ounces. In spite of the 10 percent odds of survival and the severe complications related to his premature birth, he was well enough to be discharged home from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Nationwide Children’s Hospital on his 134th day.

When Tyler was 2, he was diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). He receives psychology and behavioral medicine care for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and neurology for seizures.

Today, Tyler is a happy, loving 10-year old who loves being with his family and 8-year old brother, Drew. He also loves animals and enjoys special-needs dog-agility classes and horse therapy. Please join him as he cheers on family and friends who are participating in the marathon.

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Roman Pettograsso Age 8 Hometown Galena Diagnosis Type 1 Diabetes Theme Minecraft

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roman is one independent boy Roman Pettograsso’s parents were devastated when he was diagnosed with insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM), also known as Type 1 diabetes.

His mother, Melissa, says, “As a parent, it is your job to protect your child, to keep them safe and out of harm’s way. But what happens when the enemy is your child’s own body?” If not treated adequately, diabetes can be life threatening and can cause organ dysfunction, usually with the eyes, kidneys, heart, blood vessels and nerves.

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Roman is now 8-years old, and with the aid of an insulin pump, he is thriving. He is not only a patient champion for this year’s Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon, he is also his mother’s champion. “... every day Roman faces his adversity with his head held high and a smile on his face.”

Join Roman at his special mile where he will inspire and empower marathon participants.

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Give Now at NationwideChildrens.org/Marathon

how your gift can help Nationwide Children's Hospital shares examples of how the funds you donate directly impact patients

$1

Anti-slip socks We give them to patients to avoid the risk of falls, using nearly 9,000 pairs a year.

$250

Snuggle wrap Our tiny infants need to be cuddled close, and this swaddle keeps them warm in the isolette.

$10

Band-Aids From skinned knees to shots, we go through more than 20,000 Band-Aids a year. $10 buys 5 packs.

$25

Diapers for our premature babies Our tiniest patients use more than 31,000 diapers a year. $25 will buy five packs.

$100

Infant blood pressure cuffs We use thousands of small cuffs that are sized just right so that we get accurate blood pressure readings. $100 will help us buy enough for one week.

$500 $1,000 $5,000

Specialized mattress To keep patients comfortable and positioned correctly, we use specialized mattresses. $500 can buy two mattresses.

Summer camp scholarships Our patients attend camp in a medically-safe environment so they can do what they do best— be kids! $1,000 will support five scholarships.

Specialized wheelchair Thousands of our patients need access to wheelchairs for temporary rehabilitation as well as to create independence for those with limited mobility.

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Race Day — What You Need To Know Arrive Early

With 18,000 athletes, thousands of spectators and hundreds of Race personnel and volunteers headed to the same place at the same time on Race morning, it will be busy!

The Start Line Area opens at 5:45 a.m., so why wait — get on the road 30 minutes earlier than you planned and get Downtown!

Parking

With a new combined Start/Finish Area, Race Day parking for athletes and spectators will be easier than ever — find a spot, and you are good to go!

More than 15,000 parking spaces are available within a few minutes’ walk of the Start/Finish in the Arena District.

You can pay when you arrive, or purchase passes online as well as get more information at arenadistrictparking.com or at columbusmarathon.com and click on the parking tab.

The Start Line Area

The Race begins at North Bank Park, near the corner of Long Street and Neil

Avenue.

When you arrive, first take your clear, race-issued bag to Gear Check, maybe grab a last-minute energy gel or item of clothing at our Race Store, and then GO, GO, GO into the Athlete-only Start Area.

Athletes will be lined up according to estimated finishing times, and each start corral will have dozens of restrooms and plenty of room nearby to relax. Get into the Athlete-only area, and all you have left is the Race.

After the singing of the National Anthem, the first two starting corrals will begin at 7:30 a.m. with a send-off of fireworks and lasers! Then, 15 minutes later, the next two starting corrals will begin … exactly the same way!

First, there will be the National Anthem, then fireworks and lasers!

The Finish Area

The Race finishes where it started at North Bank Park. Spectators, you really have it easy this year — find a spot to watch the start, and you’re all set for the finish!

You don’t have to stand or sit still,

Our No. 1 Goal — Safety The following measures are being taken to help ensure a safe and secure event for our participants, spectators, volunteers and the general public.

Please abide by the following rules:

GEAR CHECK

We will ONLY accept the CLEAR Gear Check bags you received at the Health & Fitness Expo during your packet pickup. ALL items you wish to check must be in these bags. We will NOT accept any other bags, boxes, luggage, etc.

NO EXCEPTIONS.

INSPECTIONS

All items being carried at or near the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon are subject to inspection.

HYDRATION PACKS, WATER BOTTLES, FLUID BELTS

We provide 17 fluid stations featuring Gatorade Endurance and water.

You may wear a small hydration pack or fluid belt or carry a water bottle, but this may be subject to inspection as

noted above. NO BACKPACKS are to be worn by athletes on the race course.

ATHLETE-ONLY AREAS

Participants in the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon will have special access to Athlete-only areas at the Start Line and Finish Line. Non-participants are not permitted in these areas.

NO FAMILY RUN-IN AT FINISH

Only athletes are permitted on the race course, including crossing the Finish Line. This is for the safety of all athletes, spectators, race and safety officials and volunteers.

Any participant joined by a non-participant (including a child-in-arms) on any portion of the course, including crossing the Finish Line, risks disqualification and a ban from future events.

MEDICAL INFORMATION

PLEASE fill out the Medical Information on the back of your race number. Every second counts in an emergency, and this information could be crucial!

though — we will have lots of activities, food truck, inflatables for kids, the Race Store and things to see — check it all out!

If you are there to support a marathoner, you can take a shuttle to Ohio Stadium and see them come through the hallowed ‘Shoe, and get back in plenty of time to catch their finish.

Follow signs to shuttles one block north of the park at Neil Avenue and New Public Alley. Once the Race is over, athletes will pass through a restricted area to receive medals and food bags.

Family and friends can meet up with their athletes in Celebration Village, East of Neil Avenue. There will be areas to relax, activities for the kids, and live music to enjoy.

Did you set a personal record? (Firsttimers, the answer is automatically yes!)

Then be sure to hit our PR Gong to celebrate your accomplishment!

Qualify for the Boston Marathon on our course? Then visit the PR Gong area, and grab a pin to mark the moment! And don’t forget to visit our Race Store for great finisher’s gear!

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EMERGENCY SIGNS A four-color sign system will be used to provide information on weather conditions and emergency situations.

Green = Low Alert Good Conditions Yellow = Moderate Alert Less Than Ideal Conditions Red = High Alert Potentially Dangerous Conditions Black = Extreme Alert Event Cancelled/Extreme and Dangerous Conditions Please pay attention to these at fluid stations and at the Start Line and Finish Line!

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Elena Miller Age 6 Hometown Columbus Diagnosis Profound Hearing Loss Theme American Girl

elena will cheer loud and clear Do you like puppies? Six-year-old Elena Miller does. Can you imagine the sound of a puppy playfully sniffing in your ear when he is cuddling you? Well, Elena doesn’t have to imagine that sound anymore, because now she can hear her puppy, Snickers, with her own ears.

Elena was born deaf. At 10 months, she received surgically implanted bilateral cochlear implants. During the first two years of her life, she underwent six surgical procedures followed by intensive speech therapy and audiology services.

Perhaps Elena’s mother, Angela, said it best, “…She truly does have a very bright future ahead!”

As the runners and walkers pass her special mile, Elena will be cheering loudly on behalf of all the kids who have been diagnosed with hearing impairments.

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Rayne McCann Age 9 Hometown Reynoldsburg Diagnosis Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Theme Camouflage

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Rayne walks strong, and she does it on her own Rayne McCann was born with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC), a rare disorder occurring in one out of every 3,000 live births. It involves a variety of conditions that are characterized by multiple joint contractures (stiffness) and involves muscle weakness throughout the body.

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Rayne has undergone many surgeries to help correct the contractures in both her upper and lower extremities. Within the last year, her dream came true. Following bilateral hip surgery and extensive physical therapy, Rayne was able to walk on her own with the support of leg braces.

Today, Rayne loves to play basketball and has been competing on the Paralympic Swim Team. When she grows up, she wants to be an Olympic athlete and lawyer.

For now, she will be an inspiration to all the participants who pass through her special mile.

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Sophia Kline Age 9 Hometown Logan Diagnosis Congenital Heart Defect Theme Hearts

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Heart-healthy sophia is full of spunk During Sophia Kline’s first year of life, she was already a spunky and sweet little girl.

But during this first year, she also began to need extra sleep, and her lips would turn blue when she became just a little bit cold.

At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Sophia’s echocardiograms revealed that she needed a mitral valve repair for severe regurgitation. Following open-heart surgery, Sophia visited her cardiologist twice annually. Now she only needs those appointments annually to monitor her healthy heart.

Today, Sophia is a healthy and happy 9-year-old girl who enjoys dancing, gymnastics, jumping on the trampoline, and playing softball, basketball and volleyball. Join her at her special mile as she cheers on the marathon participants, especially her grandfather, Terry, and her friend and relative, Andrew.

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mile10 Colette Frommeyer Age 18 Hometown Dublin Diagnosis Head Injury Theme Neon

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colette is motivated to be the best she can be When Colette Frommeyer was hit in the head by a stray soccer ball, she sustained a concussion. The road to recovery was a long and difficult one. Colette suffered from daily headaches, neck pain, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, sensitivity to light and noise, and difficulty concentrating.

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More than this, she was no longer able to do the things she loved to do: play soccer, socialize with friends or attend school. Colette began to attend biweekly visits with Dr. Reno Ravindran at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sports Medicine Concussion Clinic. And that made all the difference.

Colette is doing much better now. “Nationwide Children’s was at my side during my whole recovery and continues to be with me as I regain physical and cognitive strength. They are like my family who comforts, supports and motivates me to be the best person I can be.”

Join Colette as she cheers for all those participating in the marathon to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

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mile11 ANGEL MILE A mile to honor, remember and celebrate the angels who have finished their races.

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Honor. Remember.

Celebrate.

One special mile on the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon, Mile 11, is dedicated to the Angels who are no longer here with us.

Families who have lost children come together to support one another, share memories and celebrate the days they shared with their children. This mile is an experience that gives the marathon special meaning.

On Marathon day, the Angel Mile will be one to remember. When you run through this mile, run for those kids who have passed, and be inspired to live every day to the fullest in honor of those who have already finished their races.

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mile12 Alex Dean Age 14 Hometown Dublin Diagnosis Severe Facial, Mouth and Head Injuries Theme Shine On

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Alex will be all smiles on race day Alex Dean was riding her bicycle one perfect autumn day when she lost control and plummeted — face first — into a cement wall. She was rushed to Nationwide Children’s Hospital with severe facial, mouth and head injuries, as well as cuts on her arms and legs. All of her permanent front top teeth were pushed completely up into her gums.

Alex’s orthodontist collaborated with Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Dentistry department, and, after many innovative dental and periodontal procedures, her teeth were saved.

Because Alex wore a helmet that fateful day, her life was saved. Today, she is a beautiful 14-year-old young lady. Alex, along with all of her original teeth, will be smiling radiantly to greet and inspire the runners at her special mile.

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mile13 Avery Barbato Age 4 Hometown Dayton Diagnosis Tyrosinemia Type I Theme Tyro's Tinkerbells

It's all about timing — and hope Avery Barbato’s newborn screening revealed she had Tyrosinemia Type I. She was the fifth person in Ohio to be diagnosed with this disease and the first child to be diagnosed before any major complications had set in. Last year, Avery’s sister was also diagnosed with this disease.

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Tyrosinemia Type I is an inherited disorder that prevents the body from being able to break down protein in a healthy way and can cause severe liver disease in infancy.

It affects about one person in 100,000 in the world. At the moment, there is no cure.

But that doesn’t stop 4-year-old Avery from playing outside, swimming and jumping on the couch.

Avery has many friends running in the marathon. Please join her in celebrating these champions of hope.

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mile14 Addison Christopher Age 8 Hometown Canal Winchester Diagnosis Cerebral Palsy Theme Under the Sea

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nothing gets in Addison’s way Addison Christopher’s mother underwent an emergency C-section at 28 weeks to deliver Addy and her twin brother, Evan. Weighing less than 2 pounds, Addy was so tiny she could just about fit into her mom’s hand. She was rushed to Nationwide Children’s Hospital where she received the care that kept her alive.

Now, at 8 years old, Addy receives ongoing care at Nationwide Children’s for cerebral palsy as a result of her prematurity. But she is certainly not letting cerebral palsy stop her. She likes riding horses, playing with her dolls and stuffed animals, and most of all playing with her siblings.

Join Addy as she cheers on her favorite runner — her father, Victor.

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mile15 Devon Spence Age 10 Hometown Johnstown Diagnosis Traumatic Brain Injury Theme Madagascar — Move it, Move it

every day, devon puts his best foot forward Devon was in the car with his father and brother when they were struck head-on.

The impact left Devon with a fractured skull, severe traumatic brain injury, multiple lacerations and broken and fractured bones. Devon was transported to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, where he spent the next five weeks on life support.

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Devon has undergone multiple surgeries to repair broken bones, save his arm and treat bilateral subdural brain bleeds. He still relies on a feeding tube and has Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome. While he continues to face many other challenges, he has already beaten the odds. Today he is walking, reading, doing math and continuing to improve.

Please join Devon as he inspires all the runners and walkers who are putting their best foot forward at the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon.

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mile16 Madison Pharo Age 18 Hometown Whitehall Diagnosis Bilateral Wilms' Tumor Theme OSU

madison — surviving, striving and surpassing Madison Pharo was not quite 2 years old when she was diagnosed with Bilateral Wilms’ Tumor, a stage V cancer of the kidneys. For the next 13 months, she received intensive chemotherapy, had three major surgeries and was hospitalized countless times.

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Today, Madison is a cancer survivor. However, the treatment left her with only half of one kidney, chronic renal failure, high blood pressure and scoliosis. In spite of this, she was a varsity athlete in two sports, a squad leader in the school band, a class officer and a member of the National Honor Society while finishing high school.

She has also received a full academic scholarship to attend The Ohio State University.

Join Madison as she sings out cheers of encouragement to participants as they pass through her mile.

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mile17 Kaylin Williams Age 4 Hometown Canal Winchester Diagnosis Epilepsy Theme Bubbles/Purple

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everyday is bursting with opportunity Kaylin Williams first began having seizures when she was only 4 months old.

Subsequently, she also experienced delays in her development requiring physical, occupational and speech therapies. By the time she was 3 years old, Kaylin had recovered from an infection in her cerebral spinal fluid and undergone two brain surgeries, including a large resection and placement of a temporary titanium mesh.

Following the surgery, Kaylin had to relearn how to walk and use her left arm and hand. Just months later, Kaylin had a follow-up surgery to replace the mesh with a permanent plate. While less frequent and severe, she experiences break-through seizures today.

Kaylin loves bubbles, music, dancing, looking at books, coloring and playing with blocks and electronic toys. She also loves cheering for participants in the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon who are ultimately helping kids with complicated illnesses like epilepsy.

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mile18 ENCORE MILE The Miracle Mile Patient Champions who inspired us in 2012 and 2013.

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Celebrating Miracle Mile Patient Champions The Encore Mile is for the patients who represented Nationwide Children’s Hospital on each mile of the 2012 and 2013 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon.

Because we’re so inspired, motivated and empowered by them, we want them to come back for another round! And next year, the Encore Mile will be for the patients who will line the streets this year.

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Watch out for Mile 18 — it might be the rowdiest mile you cross. These Patient Champions are sure to pump you up for your last long stretch! Encore, please!

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mile19 Dalton Miller Age 9 Hometown Newark Diagnosis Type 1 Diabetes Theme Car Racing

dalton is counting down the miles Dalton Miller was recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Diabetes symptoms include increased urinating, thirst, weight loss, dehydration, rapid breathing, belly pain and can progress to coma. Diabetes can affect the eyes, kidneys, heart, blood vessels and nerves. For Type 1 diabetes, replacing the missing insulin with either an insulin pump or multiple insulin injections each day is the fundamental therapy.

Dalton is very aware of his illness and will not eat or drink anything without checking with his mom or the person taking care of him. According to his mom, diabetes has even helped him with his math skills.

Speaking of math, you can “count” on Dalton to be cheering for all the participants at the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon as they come through his special mile.

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Oliver Shelpman Age 6 Hometown Grove City Diagnosis Heart Transplant Theme Disco — Oliver & The Grooovy Heartbeats

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making strides despite a tough start Oliver Shelpman was diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome while he was still in the womb. Without treatment, which includes multiple surgeries, this condition is fatal. By the time he was 6 months old, Oliver had already had two surgeries.

Unfortunately, he subsequently suffered a stroke that left him on oxygen and reliant on a feeding tube. When Oliver was almost 3 years old he had his third surgery. Then his treatment plan changed. Oliver required a heart transplant.

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Today, Oliver’s heart is doing well. While he is making gains in all areas, he has some autistic types of behavior as a result of his medical history, primary immune disease and developmental delays. He is a happy 7-year-old boy, who looks forward to cheering for the participants who pass through his special mile.

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Grace Kirura Age 3 Hometown Blacklick Diagnosis Cleft Lip and Palate Theme Sparkle and Shine

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Grace sparkles with hope and joy Grace Kirura was born with a cleft lip and palate — one of the most common birth defects in the U.S., affecting approximately one in 700 babies. A cleft lip is the result of the lip not fusing together, and a cleft palate is a separation in the roof of the mouth. A baby with a cleft palate will need special feeding techniques, surgical repair and more. Grace had her first surgery at 4 months old and her second at 1 year old.

Today, Grace is a happy little girl. She loves sparkles, anything about princesses, gymnastics and playing outside with her friends. And she especially enjoys sharing her big beautiful smile, which is exactly what she will be doing as she cheers on the marathon participants at her special mile.

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Gabe Carlisle Age 10 Hometown Baltimore Diagnosis Autism Theme John Deere Tractor Trailers and Trucks

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gabe grows in his confidence When Gabe Carlisle was diagnosed with autism at the age of 3, he was a very frustrated toddler. His verbal language was limited, and he had difficulty hearing.

The latter was corrected with surgery, but Gabe still needed help.

When he turned 4, Gabe began to receive the help he needed from the Center for Autism Disorders at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Today, Gabe is a happy 10-year-old who continues to grow intellectually and emotionally.

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“I am truly amazed at the progress my son has made in five years,” says Gabe’s mother, Denise. “He is a much happier and confident child.”

Gabe will be sharing his beautiful smile with all the runners and walkers who come through his special mile at the marathon.

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Camila Trefftz Age 19 Hometown Grand Rapids Diagnosis Adolescent Rumination Syndrome Theme Super Heroes

camila enjoying life — and ice cream!

Following two weeks of abdominal pain and vomiting after every meal, Camila Trefftz lost 15 percent of her body weight and was weak and continuously nauseous.

She relied heavily upon feeding tubes to get her nutrition and missed most of her junior and senior years of high school.

When Camila was referred to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, she was diagnosed with adolescent rumination syndrome (ARS), a condition where adolescents are not able to keep food or drink down.

Thanks to the team at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Camila “received life-changing treatment.” She is living an almost-symptom-free life. She loves being active, running and doing yoga. And, finally, she can eat her favorite food: ice cream.

Camila’s brother, Pablo, will be running on her behalf. Let’s join her in cheering him on!

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Reagan McGee Age 2 Hometown Columbus Diagnosis Sanfilippo Syndrome Theme You are my Sunshine — Hope is on the Horizon

hope is on the horizon to find a cure Reagan McGeee is a happy and energetic 2-year-old girl who loves to dance, play and have tea parties. It is hard to believe she has been diagnosed with a rare and fatal genetic disorder, MPS, otherwise known as Sanfilippo Syndrome.

Children with Sanfilippo Syndrome appear normal at birth, but will later show severely delayed neurological development and become unable to talk, walk or even feed themselves. Children with Sanfilippo Syndrome often do not live past the age of 20.

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Join Reagan at her special mile as she cheers on the participants in this event to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital — where research is underway to find a cure so Reagan will be able to enjoy many more tea parties for years to come.

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Ian Straight Age 11 Hometown Lancaster Diagnosis Acute Myeloid Leukemia Theme Legos

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Ian inspires others to keep fighting It started with a simple back ache. But when Ian Straight was referred to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, he was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). He stayed in the hospital for six weeks where he would return many times thereafter for weeks of inpatient chemotherapy treatments.

Today, Ian is cancer free and enjoying being an 11-year-old kid again, building things with Legos, eating steak, shrimp and pasta and following his favorite team, the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Earlier this year, Ian set up a snack stand on Saturdays to raise money for Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Running or walking a marathon or half-marathon can be an arduous task. Join Ian as he inspires and motivates the dedicated participants who pass his special mile.

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Thank you to all of our Children's Champions* Fundraising for Nationwide Children's Hospital!

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Emma Dickman Age 8 Hometown Dublin Diagnosis Quadraplegic Cerebral Palsy Theme Emma’s Greatest Dream — Butterflies

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determined, emma is walking — and smiling Emma Dickman was born 13 weeks early, weighed only 2 pounds, 14 ounces, and spent the first 72 days of her life in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. One week before her first birthday, she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy.

Emma faces her challenges with a big smile and determination to match. She recently underwent major spinal cord surgery in an effort to enable her to make her biggest dream come true — to be able to walk.

Since her surgery, she receives three to five hours of strenuous physical therapy each week. When she is not “working,” Emma enjoys drawing and spending time with her yellow Labrador retriever, Sawyer.

Emma will have several family members and friends participating in the marathon.

Join her as she cheers them on.

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Be Inspired.

Children’s Champions.

Running, walking and fund-raising for Nationwide Children's Hospital Marathon & 1/2 Marathon.

We asked our Children’s Champion why they chose to go beyond just running or walking a marathon or ½ marathon, and decided to fund-raise for Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

We hope you enjoy these excerpts of their stories.

Never Alone on this Journey I chose to be a Children’s Champion for many reasons. I love running and have always wanted to find a way to combine my love with a way to help others.

In November 2013, a close friend of my family was diagnosed with AML (Acute Myeloid Leukemia).

Though I will never know what she and her family went through with constant hospital stays, doctor appointments and surgeries, I do know that I wished there was something I could do to make just one hour or one day easier for them.

That is what led me to the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon and becoming a Children’s Champion. I hope that with my friends and family who have donated, together we are able to make a difference in one child’s life and that they know they are not alone in their journey.

— Nicole

Celebrating a Son Free of Cancer In 2007, I had my first child. Unbeknownst to us, he would be born with a large tumor on the back of his neck that turned out to be cancerous. The care that was given to my son in those first few weeks will never be forgotten. From the skill, expertise and confidence of our surgeon to the kindness and care of his nurses, our time at Nationwide Children’s Hospital could not be matched. We spent four more years traveling back and forth to Columbus for my son’s care.

We experienced nothing but the best in care and compassion. Very special people work in this hospital.

Today my son is seven years cancer free. He is why I ran my first Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus ½ Marathon as a Children’s Champion in 2012.

He and all families that visit this hospital are the reason I am running the marathon this October. I am a big believer and supporter of Nationwide Children’s.

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Celebrating Healthy Children

This will be my third ½ marathon, and I have been a Children’s Champion every year, with the funds going directly to Hospice/Palliative Care. The first year, my 10-year-old son was actually my fund-raiser. He made a trifold sign, filled his wagon and sold his artwork, lemonade and cookies to raise the money. It was all his own idea! I took baggies full of change totaling $175 to the hospital.

I am honored to run this race and be a Children’s Champion. I work with patient and family champions every day. I am so blessed to be on this journey with them.

Having raised three healthy children with only a few trips to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, I wanted to celebrate how lucky my wife and I have been when it comes to having healthy children. Our third child was born with an elevated pulse and we spent several months going back to Nationwide Children’s for follow up visits. We were lucky that it all worked out and Kyle was back to normal within months.

Having heart-health issues in our family history, it was a trying time but worked out in the end. I can’t imagine what parents go through when it doesn't go as well as our story. Keep up the good work, and I am honored to help you with your efforts.

— Karen

— Dave

From Patient to Nurse I decided to become a Children’s Champion, because I was seen quite a bit at Nationwide Children’s Hospital as a child. It is never fun being sick as a child, and although, thankfully, I was never chronically ill, I can’t imagine having to constantly be in and out of the hospital.

I run for the patients because it is my way of showing that I care and to raise awareness and funds to help get these kids the things that they need while being hospitalized. Nationwide Children’s inspired me to become the nurse that I am, and has driven me to give the most holistic and compassionate care that I can, so much so that I now work for the organization to give back!

These children are such an inspiration. If you are running the Columbus Marathon, there is nothing more rewarding than giving back!

Running for the Angels I’m lucky enough to not personally know anyone who has been admitted or treated at Children’s, but I know and discovered a lot of people in my life who have been touched by this hospital. I wanted this year’s race to be about more than just me, so I set a new goal for myself: to raise as much as I was able in honor of last year’s, this year’s, and all the Patient Champions of Nationwide Children’s Hospital — and also in memory of all the angels who had to leave this life way to soon.

Thanks for giving me this opportunity to help do even a small part in helping these families and caregivers and treat these children in what I pray is only the beginning of a long, healthy, successful and happy life!

— Ashley

— Susan

To read more inspiring stories from our Children's Champions, visit nationwidechildrens.org/marathon.

— Kayleigh