1965 Press Photo Sharon Evans exposed Joy Ann to chicken pox to save her life

Mrs. Sharon Evans poses with her 4-year-old daughter, Joy Ann, at the family home today in Venture, California. Mrs. Evans says she has intentionally exposed the youngster to chicken pox in the hope it will prolong her life. She took the unusual action after reading about medical research which indicated a possible beneficial effect from chicken pox on leukemia victims. Doctors say Joy Ann has only a short time to live because of leukemia.

Photo is dated 1965.

Photo measures 8 x 10 inches.