Ed Port of Austintown’s story in CNN HLN broadcast this weekend

AUSTINTOWN — The story of township resident Ed Port, 38, will air again this weekend, today and Sunday, on CNN HLN, formerly Headline News.

The Vindicator first wrote about Port and his condition in November. Tumors cover the left side of his face, obscuring his facial features and limiting vision in his left eye. Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder. Port hopes to raise awareness about the disease through the publicity.

Between ages 7 and 19, he underwent several surgeries, but the tumors returned. Since adulthood, health insurance companies have refused to cover the series of surgeries he needs to correct the problems.

The cost is expected to top $60,000 and require a team of doctors. He’s since been in touch with plastic surgeons and other doctors and has received donations from a few people.

The CNN HLN piece is titled,”One Man’s Quest for “Real Change.” It also aired at the end of January. For more information: www.cnn.com/CNN/Programs/news.to.me/ and www.edneedsamiracle.com/

Vindicator chief photographer Bob Yosay shot the video of a CNN HLN reporter’s interview with Port.