December 22, 2006

Gifts from the heart

The treatment area of the Francis H. Burr Proton Therapy Center was filled with holiday spirit as Carina Comer, a 14-year-old former patient at the MassGeneral Hospital for Children, delivered boxes overflowing with board games, trucks, dolls and other toys for the enjoyment of children receiving treatment at the center. The gift delivery has become an annual tradition for Carina, who raises money for the presents throughout the year by holding bake and tag sales. This year she raised $4,000 to purchase the treats for the children. At right, Carina with her parents Martin and Karin