First received Sunday, July 26, 2026
For Charlotte E. in Buffalo, Wyoming who isn’t able to have surgery for a broken right hip and is now receiving hospice care.
Update Thursday, July 30, 2026
Charlotte made her transition today. Support also for her children and grandchildren.
First received Thursday, July 23, 2026
For Julian L. in Dallas, Texas who is hospitalized with symptoms of liver dysfunction including fluid in his chest and abdomen and a collapsed lung.
Update Monday, July 27, 2026
Julian has been diagnosed with MALSD, also known as fatty liver disease. Doctors have drained nearly twenty pounds of fluid which had built up in his body and caused his right lung to collapse. Although very weak, he may be stable enough to go home in about a week.
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... [June 17] 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.... [July 17] The cancer is now in advanced stages throughout her body. Sarah is having severe respiratory issues and a decision about calling in hospice is being made. Continued support also for her husband and daughter...[July 21] Sarah has a collapsed lung and fluid build-up. She is intubated and sedated. Continued support for Sarah in her transition process and for her daughter who is inconsolable.
Update Thursday, July 23, 2026
Sarah made her transition peacefully yesterday surrounded by family and friends. Support also for her daughter and husband.
First received Tuesday, July 1, 2025
For elderly Carlos C. in Tampa, Florida with knee problems who is working a full-time physical job.
Update Saturday, July 18, 2026
Carlos is struggling to continue with his work because of knee pain and frequent falling. He is not a candidate for surgery. His doctor has put him on bed rest and he is concerned about earning an income. Support also for his wife.
First received Wednesday, July 15, 2026
For Brigitte H. in Germany with swelling and redness on her left arm from a second wasp sting in two weeks.
Update Friday, July 17, 2026
The swelling and redness is much better.
First received Tuesday, June 23, 2026
For Anne S. in Frankfurt, Germany who will have her heart valve replaced tomorrow, and for her medical team.
Update Wednesday, July 15, 2026
The operation went well. Anne is currently in a rehab clinic. Her condition is not yet stable and she is weak.
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...[July 8] 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.
Update Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Tom became well enough to receive chemotherapy. He is having some side-effects. Annette is exhausted but feeling confident.
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...[July 5] Twinkie came home from the hospital on Thursday night and was doing well until today. So far she refuses food.
Update Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Twinkie is on two antibiotics which are causing digestive problems. She is not eating much and now weighs only five pounds. She is having a follow-up blood test for kidney function today.
First received Sunday, July 12, 2026
For Y.C. in Seminole, Florida who is worried about having enough portable oxygen during a meeting on Wednesday afternoon.
Update Wednesday, July 15, 2026
The meeting went well.
First received Friday, March 27, 2026
For Miki I. in Austria with a legal dispute in an insurance matter...[April 15] The lawyer unepectedly withdrew from the case, so everything has to be started from the beginning. Miki is hoping for an out-of-court settlement...[May 28] The legal issue remains unresolved. The cause of the delay is not clear. Continued support for a solution is requested.
Update Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Miki's legal insurance issues are still unresolved. The matter may now go before an official complaints board or to court as a lawsuit. Continued support is requested.
First received Monday, May 11, 2026
For ten-year-old River H. in Clearfield, Pennsylvania whose mother made her transition suddenly.
Update Monday, July 13, 2026
River has been placed into state care and is awaiting placement with a family.
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. ..[June 13] Ric had a relapse. Surgery provided only temporary relief and they are looking for other options.
Update Monday, July 13, 2026
Ric is still in the hospital after many different procedures. He is hoping to be released soon.
First received Monday, June 29, 2026
For one-month-old Hailey C. in Western Australia, Australia with abnormal kidneys who has already been in the hospital with urinary tract infections three times.
Update Thursday, July 9, 2026
Hailey will have surgery on her kidneys on July 30. Support for her and her family.