(Most recent updates first)
First received Saturday, October 23, 2021
For Emily G. in Munich, Germany with coronavirus who has been taken to intensive care... [October 24] Emily has been diagnosed with pulmonary thrombosis.
Update Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Emily received a negative coronavirus test today and may be able to leave the ICU tomorrow.
First received Monday, August 23, 2021
For Richard P. in Bristol, Illinois with several major health conditions who has been vaccinated and now has coronavirus.
Update Monday, October 25, 2021
Rick is back in the hospital in the ICU with "long-haul" coronavirus issues.
First received Thursday, July 1, 2021
For Tom B. in San Diego, California who had a minor heart attack last week and is now on medication and a special diet...[July 15] Tom's condition has worsened. He has no energy. His medical team is running more tests.
Tom is becoming increasingly exhausted trying to get to his medical appointments...[July 29] Tom's health has deteriorated. He has no appetite, is losing weight, and is not sleeping. His doctors think he may be having thyroid
problems...[August 10] Tom has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism. He is receiving medication to restore his hormone levels....[September 26] Tom is not responding to the medication for his hyperthyroid condition. The
specialist believes that although Tom was inoculated with the coronavirus vaccine that he may have an advanced case of coronavirus which is causing many side effects including brain fog...[October 4] A coronavirus test Tom took
turned out to be a false positive. It took a long time for the hyperthyroid medication he has been taking to have a noticeable shift in his health.
Update Saturday, October 23, 2021
He has now been diagnosed with pneumonia. His doctors are concerned that his body cannot take much more stress. Support also for his wife, Gail.
First received Sunday, September 12, 2021
For Jim L.’s uncle in north Florida who is in the final stages of ALS, and for the family who are all gathering to say their farewells.
Update Thursday, October 21, 2021
Jim's uncle made his transition peacefully on Tuesday surrounded by family.
First received Sunday, March 7, 2021
For Joachim U. in Heidelberg, Germany with metastatic pancreas cancer, and for his wife...[May 2] Joachim is receiving chemotherapy and a new form of therapy using antibodies. He has lost an extreme amount of weight.
Update Friday, October 15, 2021
Joachim is hospitalized and not doing well. His gastrointestinal tract is totally blocked.
First received Wednesday, August 4, 2021
For Rich R. in St. Petersburg, Florida who is having hip replacement surgery on August 5...[September 9] Rich has had two hip replacement surgeries this year, one in June and the other in August. Because of extreme pain in his knees, Rich is now scheduled for knee replacement surgery on his left knee on September 15...[September 24] Rich is having difficulty sleeping and managing his pain. Yesterday he twisted his knee. An x-ray shows two small tears. Support also for his wife and family.
Update Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Rich’s knee is healing well. For several weeks he has felt weak, nauseous and is shaking a lot. He has also lost twelve pounds. His doctor told him today she is concerned about his overall health, especially liver and kidney function. She has ordered a complete metabolic panel.
First received Thursday, September 23, 2021
For Pat K. in Birmingham, Alabama who is scheduled for surgery to repair a broken clavicle on Tuesday...[September 30] Pat’s surgery went well. His pain level is manageable and he is looking forward to starting rehab in the near future.
Update Monday, October 11, 2021
Pat begins physical therapy soon and is enjoying a good recovery from surgery with very little pain.
First received Friday, August 27, 2021
For John P. in Wake Forest, North Carolina who will have surgery to remove a tumor in his pituitary gland.
Update Sunday, October 10, 2021
John’s surgery went well and he is now at home. Continued support is requsted for his level of energy.
First received Friday, September 24, 2021
For K. and Andrea C. in Colorado Springs, Colorado with congestion, coughs and various aches who are isolating while waiting for coronavirus test results.
Update Sunday, October 10, 2021
K. and Andrea are both doing very well.
First received Friday, September 24, 2021
For Joe M. in Phoenix, Arizona who is in the hospital while he and his family decide on a treatment plan for his aggressive stomach cancer.
Update Wednesday, October 6, 2021
Joe made his transition last night. Support also for his family and friends.
First received Thursday, September 9, 2021
For Marge H. in Castle Rock, Colorado who is having Mohs surgery on September 10 to remove two malignant growths on her face...[September 22] Her surgery went well. The doctor removed the cancer cells. The wound on her nose is large and may result in some disfigurement. In addition to the surgery Marge had to have emergency dental work. She is exhausted from all the doctor visits....[September 25] Now Marge's roommate is ill with coronavirus symptoms. Today Marge's family sent an emergency health team to see her. Marge tested positive for coronavirus. She is not vaccinated. So far she has mild symptoms and decent oxygen levels. She refuses to go to the hospital. The family are making arrangements for in-home hospice care and supplemental home health support. These arrangements may not be in place for another day or so. No one is available to care for Marge until these arrangements can be put in place. Support also for her family and medical support team...[September 27] Marge has been accepted into an at-home hospice program. She saw her first visiting, hospice nurse today. Support for the family's process of finding appropriate temporary and more permanent caregivers. Marge does not feel well and her condition is not yet severe...[September 27] Marge's symptoms are still mild. The family has hired a team of caregivers who will start tomorrow...[September 28] Marge now has round-the-clock caregivers with hospice nurses coming by every other day. The family is relieved and grateful that she is being well-supported. Her symptoms continue to be mild. She has no appetite.
Update Monday, October 4, 2021
Marge made her transition on Sunday evening. Support for her surviving family.
First received Thursday, June 3, 2021
For Rick O. in Santa Cruz, California who has been hospitalized with multiple painful infections, and for his wife,Susan... [July 1] Rick’s doctors have advised that their treatments are not working.
They are recommending hospice care. Support for Rick as he approaches his transition, and for his wife, Susan...[September 20] Rick seems to be nearing his transition. Continued support for Rick and his wife.
Update Friday, October 1, 2021
Rick has made his transition.
First received Thursday, August 27, 2020
For Iana Z. in Flagstaff, Arizona with pain, nausea and blood in the rectum....[September 7, 2020] Iana now also has anxiety, stomach pain, and labored breathing...[September 14] Iana’s stomach and gastrointestinal problems are now more intense.
Update Friday, October 1, 2021
Iana had a gastric emptying test today to help diagnose her intestinal difficulties.
First received Monday, August 23, 2021
For Joanne K. in Cedar Rapids, Iowa who is in the hospital after two recent falls...[August 25] Joanne has developed serious spinal degeneration...[August 28] Joanne has been moved to a skilled nursing care facility. She is bedridden and cannot walk...[September 11] Joanne is improving. With assistance she can now get to the bathroom and to her recliner.
Update Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Joanne is feeling very much better. She has moved from skilled nursing to long-term care and is on oral pain medication. By using a wheelchair with brakes she can get to the restroom or to her recliner without assistance.
First received Wednesday, September 15, 2021
For Maria P. in Mainz, Germany scheduled for heart surgery on September 28.
Update Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Maria's lungs needed more testing before the heart surgery could proceed.
First received Wednesday, August 4, 2021
For Miki I. in Austria with the process of obtaining an additional professional counseling license....[September 8] The process is still not completed.
Update Tuesday, September 28, 2021
The counseling license was approved.
First received Wednesday, September 8, 2021
For Eric V. in Phoenix, Arizona with the process of being promoted at work, and for his boss who is advocating for him.
Update Friday, September 24, 2021
Eric received his promotion.