Brave Boy Needs Our Help to Fight Rare Bone Disease

Young Springfield boy Jack Viellaris has had his life changed forever after bring diagnosed with Perthes Disease, a disorder affecting the hip joint.

The bubbly and energetic six-year-old who is used to running around and playing with his friends is now forced to use a wheelchair or crutches to get around. 

Jack's mother, Haylee Jones, told the Queensland Times that the disease appeared suddenly and caused Jack's condition to deteriorate at a rapid pace. 

To read the full interview with Haylee, please go to the Queensland Times website. 

To help Jack and his family with his medical costs, please click here.