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Survivors launch San Antonio foundation to lift sarcoma patients facing medical costs
By Stephanie Leonard at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Eryka Vasquez and Alejandro Lopez know sarcoma as more than a diagnosis. It’s the phone calls, the surgeries and the bills that keep coming for doctor visits, medications, procedures and even parking while patients often can’t work.Sarcoma is a cancer of the connective tissue, found in muscle, bo...
Key takeaway Vasquez was 27 when she was diagnosed in 2023 with Ewing’s sarcoma of the mandible, a rare bone cancer in an even rarer location.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The launch of the Vasquez Sarcoma Foundation in San Antonio brings crucial support to local patients facing the financial and emotional burdens of sarcoma diagnosis and treatment. As the foundation's mission takes shape, its impact will be felt across the city, particularly among young adults who are building their lives and may be especially vulnerable to the economic strain of medical expenses. The foundation's efforts to provide practical assistance, such as helping with parking, groceries, and home bills, will be a lifeline for many families in Terrell Hills and surrounding communities. By filling Sarcoma Support Blessing Bags with comfort items, residents can contribute to easing the treatment and side effects for sarcoma patients, demonstrating the community's commitment to caring for its own. As the foundation grows, it will be important to watch how it collaborates with local healthcare providers and organizations to amplify its reach and support for sarcoma patients in the area.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Eryka Vasquez and Alejandro Lopez know sarcoma as more than a diagnosis. It’s the phone calls, the surgeries and the bills that keep coming for doctor visits, medications, procedures and even parking while patients often can’t work.Sarcoma is a cancer of the connective tissue, found in muscle, bo...
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