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KGO-TV Helps Mom Overcome $100K Hospital Bills After Accident

8/13/2025

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Jessica Farwell of Northern California was devastated when her six-month-old son, Brody, suffered severe burns from a rice cooker accident, leaving her with over $100,000 in hospital bills. Struggling with $57,000 for an air ambulance and $7,000 for a short ride, she found hope when KGO-TV stepped in to help her get the bills waived.

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Jessica Farwell of Northern California was devastated when her six-month-old son, Brody, suffered severe burns from a rice cooker accident, leaving her with over $100,000 in hospital bills. Struggling with $57,000 for an air ambulance and $7,000 for a short ride, she found hope when KGO-TV stepped in to help her get the bills waived.