First received Monday, November 21, 2022
For Jane B. in Windsor, Ontario, Canada who will have surgery on her left thyroid gland tomorrow.
Update Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Jane's surgery was successful. Support is requested for returning to work.
First received Saturday, December 3, 2022
For Bruce C. in Cedar Rapids, Iowa who is hospitalized and on a ventilator after surgery last night...[December 4] Bruce came through a second surgery this afternoon. There is much hope he won't need kidney dialysis.
Update Sunday, December 5, 2022
Bruce made his transition last night. Support also for his family and friends.
First received Saturday, December 3, 2022
For Justin L. in Lincoln, Massachusetts who had a massive cerebral hemorrhage; for his medical team and for his family as they locate hospice care.
Update Sunday, December 4, 2022
Justin made a peaceful transition last night. Continued support is requested for his family, especially his sister, Jessica.
First received Wednesday, November 2, 2022
For Rebecca S. in East Lansing, Michigan as she prepares for her doctoral defense scheduled for November 22.
Update Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Rebecca passed with flying colors and officially has her Ph.D. She has an exciting new job which starts tomorrow.
First received Wednesday, November 9, 2022
For Susannah C. in Birmingham, Alabama who has a feeding tube infection and will be in the hospital for one to two weeks....[November 17] Susannah's stay in the hospital will be prolonged. Changes are being made in her feeding tubes to support the healing of a hole in her stomach.
Update Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Susannah’s medical team was not able to resolve the issue in her intestines. Another procedure is planned for tomorrow. She and her parents are exhausted.
First received Saturday, October 1, 2022
For Ricardo in Houston, Texas who had a heart attack and made his transition this morning, and for his wife, Alice P....[November 15] Six weeks after the sudden death of her husband, Alice is handling legal issues and trying to sell her house.
Update Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Alice has sold her home. The contract will be signed December 28. She has found an apartment which will need some furniture.
First received Tuesday, November 1, 2022
For Minnie, a kitten in Athens, Greece as she travels to London, England on November 18 and adjusts to a new home which includes a five-year-old cat....[November 19] Minnie’s eleven-hour journey to her new home went very smoothly. Support also for her caregivers as they begin integrating Minnie with their five-year-old male cat.
Update Monday, November 28, 2022
After ten days together there has been a little bit of growling. They have their romping play time daily. Minnie dominates her new housemate, Monkey who is a little reticent and is not eating as well. Continued support for them getting along.
First received Tuesday, November 23, 2021
For W.W. in Tuscaloosa, Alabama who has cancer...[June 28] W.W. started radiation treatment today.
Update Friday, November 25, 2022
W.W. is having proton therapy and waiting for results of an administrative law hearing regarding insurance payment.
First received Thursday, October 6, 2022
For Meike K. in Mainz, Germany in her process of releasing trauma and stress....[October 27] Meike is depressed and continues to have anxiety.
Update Friday, November 25, 2022
Meike has difficulty calming her mind and nervous system. She does not sleep much.
First received Friday, May 7, 2021
For Dave J. in Sticker, Cornwall, United Kingdom who will start chemotherapy sessions on May 18 and continue them every three weeks until November 23....[May 14] Dave has diverticulitis now and is losing weight...
[June 9] David has a urinary tract infection and a low temperature. He recently had his second chemotherapy session...[July 5] Dave has a temperature and is in the hospital. He may have a urinary tract infection. His family are
worried as the chemotherapy has weakened his immunity... [July 20] After the concern about an infection, Dave has had his fourth chemotherapy session, which went well....[October 7] Dave’s PSA has risen to 98 and he will have ten sessions of chemotherapy every three weeks starting on Tuesday.
Update Thursday, November 24, 2022
Dave‘s PSA has gone down to fifty-nine after two sessions of chemotherapy. He had his third session on Tuesday.
First received Saturday, November 19, 2022
For Jacquie P. in Scotsdale, Arizona who is working in inappropriate conditions.
Update Wednesday, November 23, 2022
Jacquie's employment situation is working out harmoniously. She now has coronavirus.
First received Tuesday, November 8, 2022
For Bruce C. in Cambridge, Massachusetts who has chosen to enter home hospice care, and for his family.
Update Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Bruce has made his transition.
First received Saturday, October 29, 2022
For Kathie B. in Huntsville, Alabama who will be having surgery for stage 1 endometrial cancer, and for her medical team and recovery process.
Update Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Kathie is recovering from two surgeries in three days. Both surgeries went well.
First received Friday, October 22, 2021
For Isis S. in Hamburg, Germany who needs to find another apartment soon. [May 27] Isis found a suitable home and is now waiting to see if her application
will be accepted... [June 9] Her application was not accepted. Continued support for finding a new home.
Update Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Isis has found a new home and can move in three weeks. As part of the process she must find a new tenant for her old place. Support also for dental surgery which will take place during this period.
First received Tuesday, October 25, 2022
For Trevor F. in Polegate, England who will begin radiation for prostate cancer on November 17, and for his wife Sandy... [November 17] Continued support for Trevor who had his radiation treatment for
prostate cancer on November 17. He will have three more sessions before Christmas. Support for his family and his wife, Sandy.
Update Friday, November 18, 2022
Trevor’s radiation treatment was cancelled yesterday. He will now receive the first treatment on Monday.
First received Tuesday, October 25, 2022
For Lorenz D. in Brighton, England who is scheduled for bladder-cancer surgery on November 23; and for his wife Elena and children.
Update Thursday, November 17, 2022
Lorenz had the operation on November 14 to remove cancer from his bladder. He is now awaiting a pathology report. Continued support for Lorenz, his wife, Elena, and his family.
First received Monday, October 17, 2022
For Maggie M. in Bridgend, South Wales, United Kingdom with a court case to be heard on Wednesday.
Update Saturday, November 12, 2022
Maggie won the court case.
First received Wednesday, October 12, 2022
For twelve-year-old Zeus, a cat in Waldorf, Maryland with irritable bowel syndrome, a poor appetite, and weight loss...[October 27] Zeus has been eating more and his weight has stabilized. He weighs two pounds less than he should. He will not eat special food to reduce inflammation of the gastrointestinal system. It is difficult to find food Zeus will eat that doesn't cause vomiting and diarrhea.
Update Friday, November 11, 2022
Zeus will have a vet appointment next week. He still refuses to eat prescription food. His caretakers continue to try to find food he will eat that cause less vomiting and diarrhea.
First received Wednesday, October 12, 2022
For 94-year-old Shirley J. in Blaine, Minnesota who has coronavirus and a severe sore throat...[October 27] Shirley has tested negative for coronavirus and no longer has a sore throat. She is extremely weak and has laryngitis and a persistent mild cough. She is receiving physical therapy to help regain her strength. Shirley is optimistic about recovering and is in good spirits.
Update Friday, November 11, 2022
Shirley can now talk above a whisper, but her voice is hoarse. She is thrilled that she can now be heard and is able to talk on the phone. She is hopeful her voice will improve. Physical therapy continues and her strength is improving. She can now walk short distances. She sleeps well and rests as needed. She is optimistic she will return to her former health.
First received Thursday, November 3, 2022
For Leah T. in Birmingham, Alabama in critical condition after being hit by a car.
Update Sunday, November 6, 2022
Leah made her transition yesterday. Support also for her family and friends.
First received Monday, December 27, 2021
For Heather H. in Stevenage, United Kingdom who is recovering from emergency surgery on her right leg following a fall...[January 21, 2022] Heather is doing well and is now back home in London. Recovery is ongoing with pain management and slowly learning to walk unaided....[February 21]... Heather has tested positive for coronavirus...[August 31] After months of rehabilitation and physio, the pain in Heather's right hip is still constant and often severe. Further surgery for a total right hip replacement is scheduled for Friday...[September 26] Heather is recovering from a successful hip replacement.
Update Friday, November 5, 2022
Heather’s hip is healing but she has developed deep vein thrombosis. An ultrasound of the right leg showed no blood clots. The hip is healing well. Heather has swollen feet from the surgery and physiotherapy.
First received Sunday, October 16, 2022
For Alice W. in Fairhope, Alabama with physical and mental illness who lives in her car...[October 23] Alice has been put on a housing waiting list and currently is hoping to get into a good housing situation before the end of November. She has been in a motel for the last week which has given her some rest and stability. Tuesday she will resume living in her car. Her puppy Maizie is now up for adoption with a local shelter and under the care of a temporary foster mom. She is glad that the puppy is going to find a better living situation.
Update Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Alice finds her living situation to have few options for improvement. Her mental and physical health is very stressed.
First received Thursday, June 9, 2022
For Sergio C. in Ciriè, Torino, Italy who received a cancer diagnosis in April and is waiting for a biopsy to determine treatment...[July 6] Sergio is still waiting for the biopsy results and to start the proper therapy. Sergio's partner, M., has decided to end their relationship. Support also for emotional balance for both of them....[July 9] Sergio has been diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma. He is waiting to find out about the treatment. His partner decided to stay in the relationship....[August 31] Sergio started the oncological treatment. He has to decide if he will continue working or if he will retire...[September 3] Sergio had some side effects from the combined chemo-immunotherapy. He has decided to continue working for now. The relationship is still in place but has some issues...[October 4] Sergio's main tumor has shrunk by a third and other smaller masses have also decreased. He is trying to find a therapy location at a hospital closer to his home.
Update Monday, October 31, 2022
Sergio was accepted for therapy in his local hospital which makes it easier to receive treatments. Immunotherapy is causing side effects including weakness, pain, difficulties with digestive processes and depression. His partner left and is now living at her daughter's home.
First received Tuesday, October 25, 2022
For Kent T. in Houston, Texas who will have rotator cuff surgery tomorrow on his right shoulder.
Update Sunday, October 30, 2022
Surgery was more extensive than anticipated. Kent also had to have his right bicep re-anchored as it was torn. He has to wear a sling for 4-6 weeks, and has good pain management at this time.
First received Sunday, February 13, 2022
For Casey C. in Colorado Springs, Colorado who has started new cancer medications which are causing anemia, low oxygen levels and fatigue... [April 13] Casey is in a hospital in Denver after spitting up blood. Doctors are currently evaluating the situation...[April 17] Casey has been discharged and will be home for a week. On Thursday he will return to Denver for laser surgery. He begins radiation treatments next week...[April 21] Casey’s laser surgery for today was postponed. He is at home with a fever and on high-level oxygen. The cancer has now been found in his adrenals, ribs and pancreas...[April 28] Casey will have a final radiation treatment and then follow-up laser surgery tomorrow...[May 6] Casey’s surgery went well. His oxygen levels are now normal, and his level of pain has decreased greatly. Continued support for Casey and his family as they navigate his health care options....[June 2] Casey is having a bronchoscopy tomorrow morning...[September 1] Casey is on a new chemo medication which is causing fewer side effects. He will be inducted into the Air Force Academy Sports Hall of Fame the last week of September. Support for his stamina and health to be strong enough for him to attend all the activities of the weekend. His family and friends are coming to celebrate this honor with him...[September 25] Casey participated in "all the activities of the weekend with zest and joy."
Update Sunday, October 30, 2022
A endoscopy of Casey’s right lung showed the tumor has not grown. He has an infusion on Monday and will have a CT scan in December for further evaluation. So far he is managing symptoms of low energy and insomnia, and he is in good spirits.
First received Sunday, October 23, 2022
For John S. of Claremont, California who will have hip replacement surgery this week.
Update Saturday, October 29, 2022
John's surgery was successful and his recovery process is going well.