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16-Year-Old Leigh Athlete Dies a Day After Leukemia Diagnosis

Community tributes follow reports he was earlier reassured by a GP.

Overview

  • Harley Andrews was admitted to Royal Bolton Hospital on Nov. 8 after noticing blood in his urine, according to family accounts.
  • Doctors diagnosed an aggressive leukemia, and he died about a day after admission.
  • Family friend accounts say a GP weeks earlier suggested his illness was a virus or “growing pains.”
  • Reports state tests indicated stage four disease with internal bleeding in his brain and other organs.
  • Local clubs posted condolences, and fundraisers on GoFundMe are helping cover funeral costs for his family.