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He was born in Winnipeg, Canada. His mother, Betty Fox and his father, Rolly Fox.
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He rear-ended a truck while driving on the highway. the car was wrecked, but Terry escaped without visible injury. The only problem was sore right knee, which Terry assumed he must have hurt during the crash
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Terrry was 18 years old when he was diagnosed with osteogenic sarcoma (bone cancer)
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Terry was 18 when the doctors amputated his right leg 15 cm above the knee
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He ran to raise money and awareness for cancer research.
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Due to his determination and bravery he inspired many people, including Steve Fonyo, Rick Hansen and Isadore Sharp, who organized the first annual Terry Fox run in 1981. the Terry Fox Foundation now organizes the annual Terry Fox run.
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Terry raised about 24 million dollars, It didn't stop there the fundraising was continued in his name.
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He died from cancer
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