First received Friday, March 13, 2026
For Tom Q. in Heidelberg, Germany with advanced prostate cancer which has spread to his bones.... [April 8] Tom has already begun hormone therapy and will now begin chemotherapy. Support also for his wife, Annette....[May 14] Tom has had his second chemotherapy. He is able to eat and has gained weight....[June 4] His blood PSA value has decreased significantly, which shows the treatments are working.
Update Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Tom's next chemotherapy has to be postponed because of a urinary tract inflammation and kidney problems. His wife, Annette, is exhausted and has chronic diseases.
First received Sunday, June 28, 2026
For Twinkie, a Biewer Terrier in Swansea, Massachusetts who is in the ER with digestive problems...[June 29] Twinkie's kidney values are getting worse, and the doctor thinks she ate something toxic. The doctor is going to be more aggressive with giving her fluids and antibiotics...[June 30] Twinkie’s doctor identified an infection in her kidneys and has changed her antibiotics today to improve her kidney values...[July 1] Twinkie appeared more alert today. Twinkie's kidney numbers have improved. The new antibiotic is helping...[July 2] Twinkie's kidney values are now normal. She is still on antibiotics and medication for blood pressure.
Update Sunday, July 5, 2026
Twinkie came home from the hospital on Thursday night and was doing well until today. So far she refuses food. Tomorrow we are going to the doctor for a new blood test for kidney values.
First received Tuesday, May 12, 2026
For seven-year-old Anna H. in Denver, Colorado whose tonsils are extremely sore and needs a tonsillectomy...[May 22] Anna is unable to have surgery because of insurance issues. Her sore tonsils are causing sleep apnea and is dangerous for her developing brain. Support is requested for her parents as they work to arrange coverage for her operation.
Update Monday, June 29, 2026
The insurance issues were resolved. Anna's surgery to remove her tonsils was successful. She is home now eating and sleeping normally.
First received Wednesday, June 24, 2026
For Fred W. in Seminole, Florida during mediation tomorrow with the homeowner's insurance company.
Update Monday, June 29, 2026
The mediation was a great experience of flexibility and calm. The hour-long negotiation flowed without any technical difficulties or negativity.
First received Sunday, June 21, 2026
For Dan C. in Iowa City, Iowa with anxiety about having cataract surgery.
Update Monday, June 29, 2026
Dan's surgery went very well, and he is looking forward to the surgery on his other eye.
First received Thursday, January 29, 2026
For Judy S. in San Marcos, California who is having urethra reconstruction surgery on February 2 and is caring for her aging mother...[February 27] Judy is still recovering from her surgery... [May 18] Judy is in a lot of pain from a third urethra reconstruction surgery.
Update Sunday, June 28, 2026
Judy will have another urethra reconstruction surgery on July 9.
First received Thursday, June 18, 2026
For Lael W. of Anchorage, Alaska who is trying to break the world record to be the fastest person to circumnavigate the globe by bicycle.
Update Tuesday, June 23, 2026
After fourteen days on the road, Lael could not hold off heat prostration and had to discontinue her ride around the world in the extreme heatwave in France.
First received Sunday, June 9, 2026
For Debbie J. in Santa Barbara, California with a severe migraine.
Update Sunday, June 21, 2026
Debbie is having recurring migraines.
First received Friday, May 22, 2026
For Jim I. in Carlisle, Pennsylvania who was hospitalized for a severe attack of diverticulitis and is now in rehab.
Update Saturday, June 20, 2026
Jim will soon be released from rehab. He is still very weak and frail.
First received Sunday, June 7, 2026
For 92-year-old Gloria J. in Concord, North Carolina with very high blood pressure and a swollen leg.
Update Friday, June 19, 2026
Gloria has moved to a rehab facility with the goal of returning to her assisted-living facility.
First received Friday, February 28, 2025
For Sarah C. in Ahwatukee, Arizona who was recently diagnosed with a return of breast cancer which has metastasized throughout her body...[April 18] Sarah had been in remission from breast cancer diagnosed in 2022. New cancer has now been found in her spine, liver, lung, hip and skull and she is in treatment. Support also for her husband and young daughter...[April 27] The most recent test results show that Sarah's numbers have gone up for the cancer that is in her liver, lymph nodes, temple of her skull, lung, spine, and hip, indicating that the radiation and chemotherapy are not yet working...[May 3] Sarah is having brain surgery on Monday to remove a cancerous growth.
Update Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Sarah has been fighting cancer for four years. She has started new treatments at the Mayo Clinic and cannot start chemotherapy again until after a schedule of radiation treatments. Support also for her husband and ten-year-old daughter.
First received Thursday, February 26, 2026
For 88-year-old Elaine S. in Rydal, Pennsylvania who has been admitted to the hospital with cardiac problems and is getting tests and treatment... [February 27] Elaine is too frail for surgery. Her kidneys have almost shut down. Her heart is not pumping well, but medications to make it pump better could be fatal because her valves are clogged, so the doctor has recommended palliative care. Support also for her family....[March 7] Elaine's heart is working at 10%, one valve is entirely blocked and two are partially blocked....[March 25] Elaine failed to regain enough strength to return to her apartment and is being transferred to a hospital-style room with a higher level of medical care.... [May 11] Elaine's physical condition has worsened, with deep sores on her arms and legs which the facility is trying to keep from developing gangrene. Hospice is being called in to provide comfort care.
Update Saturday, June 13, 2026
Elaine made her transition early this morning. Support also for her children and grandchildren.
First received Wednesday, April 1, 2026
For Ric T. in Austria with sudden memory loss and confusion....[June 1] After having continuous headaches, Ric is now in the hospital again. He has been diagnosed with a brain hemorrhage. It is not clear if the two issues are related and whether it is operable.... [June 4] Ric had emergency brain surgery and is recovering.
Update Saturday, June 13, 2026
Ric had a relapse. Surgery provided only temporary relief and they are looking for other options.
First received Monday, June 1, 2026
For Lea S.-G. in Gelnhausen, Germany who will soon give birth, and for her unborn child....[June 5] Her water broke and the labor is beginning very slowly.
Update Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Lior Michael was born on July 6 after a long labor. Mother and baby are both well.
First received Saturday, March 22, 2025
For Karin in Hannover, Germany with severe exhaustion.
Update Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Karin has been diagnosed with autism. She is in the initial phase of medication adjustment. The exhaustion comes from her sensitivity to loud noises and rapid sensory overload.