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Everyone who feels abandoned by the very institutions we believed were established to safeguard our Rights
Everyone who feels abandoned by the very institutions we believed were established to safeguard our Rights
Neil Fachon was a 19-year-old engineering-student at Northeastern University when he was diagnosed with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), an inoperable brain stem cancer. His family was with him at Mass General Hospital when the neuro-oncologist said he had three months to live. "Six, if you start radiation."
Shipwrecked so completely, Neil lapsed into a rare moment of self-pity, but with no time to lose the family regrouped and searched out every conceivable DIPG cancer treatment, as quickly as possible. After scouring the internet and making many inquiries, Neil chose to enroll in a clinical trial at the Burzynski Clinic.
Though dogged by controversy throughout his career, Dr. Stanislaw Burzynski has achieved miraculous results treating many patients with "incurable" cancers, including some with DIPG. All began well until the medical system designed to protect patients like Neil instead proved as intractable as the disease in his brain.
DIPG is the first book of a trilogy, covering the time from misdiagnoses to diagnosis, and from choosing and commencing treatment to being denied treatment. Through a long series of moves and counter moves, Neil was caught in a life and death chess match against multiple opponents simultaneously.
"Never underestimate the power you have to touch another person’s life."
- Neil Fachon
September 2015:
The late summer sun shown on another day at Northeastern University, a metropolitan campus full of life at all hours, everyone energized, motivated and on the move. For one young man, though, it had been a "really bad day." We'll call him "Glum," and by late afternoon he just padded back to his dorm and sat hunched on the steps, gently weeping. Other students walked by, most averting their gaze with studied indifference, then a young man approached. Instead of looking away, he looked Glum straight in the eyes, like maybe he cared, but then he strode past and up the steps into the dorm. "Gee thanks," Glum muttered to himself, his head drooping. A moment later, however, the young man returned and sat down next to Glum, handed him a box of tissue and said, "Hi, I’m Neil. Wanna talk about it?"
Health Freedom Defense Fund's December 17, 2024 interview with Dean Fachon, author of the DIPG book, and his wife Wendy, who writes for Natural Awakenings healthy living magazine. This provocative conversation revolves around medical industry and government corruption and will help parents know how to provide their children valuable health knowledge needed to make informed choices.
Ann inside look at Children’s Health Defense medical freedom efforts and how viewers can get involved. Topics in the first segment include the upcoming release of a new documentary, concerning legislation related to parental consent and a multitude of events. Stephanie then interviews Dean and Wendy Fachon about navigating the healthcare system alongside their son, Neil.
Neglected Diseases: Warrior Moms for Kids with DIPG/Childhood Brain Cancer Share The Truth on Story Walking Radio Hour. The corporate domination of nearly every aspect of American Life has a devastating impact with the diagnosis of a child with cancer. Read more.
In this powerful interview, Kate Delaney sits down with author Dean Fachon to share the heartbreaking and eye-opening story of his son Neil, a 19-year-old engineering student diagnosed with the deadly brain cancer DIPG. These segments aired on over 200 stations on 5-30-25. PART 1 and PART 2 are now available on Youtube.
"The agency cited concerns about the purity of a single ingredient that had been used for years without any prior evidence of harm.
In the 'postscript' of this book, author Dean Fachon highlights a striking irony: just four years after shutting down Neil’s trial, the FDA took on the role of promoting experimental COVID 'vaccines.' 'The FDA tried to persuade every adult and child in the country to take an experimental treatment while keeping information about its ingredients hidden.” More.
The January 2025 BRMI E-Journal's book review captures the essence of Neil's story.: "More than just a memoir, DIPG is a resource for those navigating the complexities and often frustrating landscape of medical treatment options for a rare disease, and a case-study critique of the current healthcare system. The author skillfully weaves together personal experiences, medical reports, and correspondence to create a compelling story that serves multiple purposes." Read more.
The Childhood Cancer Talk Radio July 25, 2024 interview features childhood brain cancer survivors Tori Moreno (DIPG) and Michael Keller (Astrocytoma grade 3), both having received treatment at the Burzynski Clinic in Houston, TX over 2 decades ago, and Dean Fachon, author of the DIPG book which has been applauded by childhood brain cancer families and by Dr. Burzynski himself.
May 14, 2024 interview with Deborah Beauvais, host of the Love By Intuition Show to announce upcoming release of the DIPG book and to commemorate Brain Tumor Awareness Month (May) and DIPG Awareness Day, which is May 17. DIPG was elected June Book-of-the-Month on the Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network website.
Healthy Freedom Radio's May 27, 2025 interview with Neil's mom, Wendy, probes into health issues including alternative cancer therapies versus conventional treatment, informed consent, health choice, cancers and other chronic health issues resulting from vaccines and government agency corruption. Listen to episode #67 on iHeart Radio.
For Our Children: Warrior Parenting - A conversation with radio host Wendy Fachon and guest Janet Demeter, founder of Jack’s Angels Foundation, host of Childhood Cancer Talk Radio and lead advocate for pediatric cancer awareness through the Moonshot4Kids campaign. Download the podcast.
As if being diagnosed with a terminal disease wasn’t difficult enough, Neil Fachon faced roadblocks in every direction he looked to find treatment for DIPG (Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma), a rare form of brain cancer. His father Dean Fachon wrote DIPG: Eternal Hope Versus Terminal Corruption to illustrate the challenges and guide others who may find themselves in similar situations. Read more.
September 29, 2023 interview with Polly Tommey. Neil passed away after fighting a “very rare and aggressive” brain cancer. His mother, Wendy, appears on the CHD Bus to tell his story. Their family went through a lot to get treatment for Neil. Ultimately, according to Wendy, “HPV took him away from this world.” What is her message of warning to parents? Watch this CHD.TV video to hear it.
Dean Fachon has a Bachelors Degree in English Literature from Colgate University and a Masters Degree in Technical Communication from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He wrote technical publications for IBM and DEC, and is the author of The Grand Illusion a treatise on fiat money. Dean is Neil's father.
"DIPG is written in a way that you feel right there on the journey to save dear Neil. Filled with information based on extensive research and a lot of heartache, this book assists any family facing a rare cancer or disease diagnosis with few conventional options for treatment. Author Dean Fachon's message instills how hope, diligence and loads of Love can make a huge difference."
- Deborah Beauvais, Radio Host and Owner, Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network
"[DIPG] exposes the often-overlooked dark side of the medical-industrial complex. With the inclusion of a large volume of emails, medical reports, and personal correspondence, the book could also serve as a resource for legal professionals or those involved in healthcare policy, particularly regarding the challenges of accessing alternative treatments. Overall, DIPG Eternal Hope Versus Terminal Corruption reads as a blend of personal tribute and legal case file, showcasing a father’s heartache and his awakening to systemic corruption. It’s emotionally tough to read but potentially insightful for those navigating similar battles."
- Rachael McIntosh, Director, Foundation for Bioethics in Technology
"Incredibly knowledgeable and committed Boston area medical professionals (at both Mass General and Dana Farber Cancer Institute) provided impressive support and guidance along the way. It is a relief to the reader to read Dean Fachon's entries reflecting these professionals' attempts to support Neil when faced with this staggering diagnosis. This is a book that absolutely should be a required "Case Study" read by all medical/residency students, especiall those pursuing a specialization in oncology because they will without doubt be called to work with patients and family members who will need their ear, intellect, and quick response for patients facing sudden terminal diagnoses."
_ Rose Trissler, Librarian (Read more on goodreads)
" As someone who worked in the health insurance industry for forty years, I am well aware of the road blocks and dead ends that are often encountered on the journey to wellness. This book is one of the best examples of what is wrong with the healthcare system. We need healthcare freedom so we can decide what treatments are best for us. "
- Lynne P., Health Coach
“While reading this book, I felt like I was sitting in the room with this beautiful family as they navigated the most difficult challenges anyone could experience - having cancer and when your child has cancer. While the situation is heart breaking, you feel simultaneously uplifted and inspired by their perseverance, dedication, and positive outlook, and by what is possible in cutting edge, yet hidden cancer treatment. There are many important lessons that could save your or your loved ones' life.”
- Lisa Mair, Co-host, Freedom Health Radio
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Yours in Truth,
Wendy & Dean Fachon
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