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Former Jefferson High School quarterback Stephen Garcia schedules surgery following cancer treatment
Former quarterback Stephen Garcia is preparing for surgery next month after completing chemotherapy and radiation for stage 4 colorectal cancer. He is also organizing a fundraiser for his foundation.
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A local public figure is undergoing a major medical procedure and hosting a community fundraising event.
Key Facts
- Stephen Garcia is a former quarterback for Jefferson High School and the University of South Carolina.
- Garcia has completed chemotherapy and pelvic radiation treatments.
- Garcia has been diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer.
- Garcia is scheduled to undergo surgery next month.
- Garcia is currently organizing a fundraiser for his foundation.
Who's Mentioned
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