Ron Woodroof facts for kids
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Ron Woodroof
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Woodroof in 1991
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| Born |
Ronald Dickson Woodroof
February 3, 1950 |
| Died | September 12, 1992 (aged 42) Dallas, Texas, U.S.
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| Spouse(s) |
Mary Etta Pybus
(m. 1969; div. 1972)Rory S. Flynn
(m. 1972; div. 1973)Brenda Shari Robin
(m. 1982; div. 1986) |
| Children | 1 |
Ronald Dickson Woodroof (February 3, 1950 – September 12, 1992) was an American man who helped many people with AIDS. In 1988, he started the Dallas Buyers Club. This club helped people get important medicines.
Ron was diagnosed with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in 1985. This virus can lead to AIDS. At that time, doctors did not know much about AIDS. Ron worked hard to find and share drugs that could help.
He even sued the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). He wanted to use a drug called peptide T, but it was banned. Ron Woodroof's life story inspired the 2013 movie Dallas Buyers Club.
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Ron Woodroof's Life Story
Ron Woodroof was born in Dallas, Texas, on February 3, 1950. His parents were Garland Odell Woodroof and Willie Mae Hughes.
He was married and had a daughter named Yvette Lynn Woodroof. She was born in 1970.
His Fight Against HIV
In 1985, Ron found out he had HIV. Doctors told him he might only live for 30 more days. But Ron did not give up. He started looking for ways to stay healthy.
He learned about different drugs and vitamins. Many of these were not approved in the United States. He felt that these helped him feel better.
The Dallas Buyers Club
Ron Woodroof started the Dallas Buyers Club in 1988. He wanted to help other people with AIDS. He brought in medicines and supplements from other countries. These items were not approved by the FDA in the U.S.
The club allowed people to get these treatments. It was a way for patients to access drugs they believed could help them. This was especially important when approved treatments were limited.
Later Years and Legacy
Ron Woodroof lived for seven years after his diagnosis. He passed away on September 12, 1992. He died from pneumonia, which was caused by AIDS. He is buried in Restland Memorial Park.
His story became famous because of the movie Dallas Buyers Club. In the film, Ron was played by Matthew McConaughey. McConaughey won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role. Ron Woodroof's life showed his strong will to fight for his health and help others.
See also
In Spanish: Ron Woodroof para niños
