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California Mother Lori Coble Diagnosed with Stage IV Glioblastoma After Previous Family Tragedy

KTLA 5July 24, 20253 min28,026 views
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Lori Coble's New Health Crisis

  • 💔 Lori Coble, previously known for her family's story of grief and resilience, is now facing a new battle.
  • 🧠 She was diagnosed with Stage IV Glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable form of brain cancer, after experiencing symptoms like dizziness and feeling off-balance.
  • 🏥 Coble underwent surgery on July 12th to remove 60% of the brain tumor, with a second surgery planned at City of Hope to remove more.

Past Family Tragedy and Resilience

  • 🚗 In 2007, the Coble family suffered a profound loss when their three children, K.D. and Kyle, were killed in a tragic accident.
  • 👶 Amazingly, just a year later, the couple welcomed triplets—Ellie, Jake, and Ashley—who are now 17 years old.

Determination to Fight for Her Children

  • 💪 Despite the grim prognosis, which doctors estimate could be a year to a year and a half, Lori is determined to fight for her children.
  • 💬 She expressed a strong desire to live to see her children grow and to be a grandmother.

Seeking Clinical Trial Opportunities

  • 🔬 Lori is attempting to enroll in a clinical study for a special treatment, though the study involves a 50% chance of receiving the treatment versus a placebo.
  • 📢 Her husband, Chris Coble, is seeking information about any other available clinical studies anywhere in the world, as they are willing to participate.
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