First received Tuesday, December 5, 2023
For Elaine S. in Abington, Pennsylvania who has a spinal fracture and a mass in her left lung...[December 6] Elaine did physical therapy in the hospital for her back, although it hurt. Tomorrow she is being released into the rehab section of her independent living facility.
Update Friday, December 8, 2023
After being held in the hospital a bit longer to stabilize her blood sugar, Elaine moved into rehab this afternoon. They will assess her tomorrow and meet on Tuesday to discuss the treatment plan. She is doing well.
First received Friday, December 1, 2023
For Margarete K. in Gundelsheim, Germany who will have eye surgery on Monday.
Update Thursday, December 7, 2023
Margarete's surgery went very well. Today the eye is inflamed and needs antibiotic eye drops.
Received Friday, November 24, 2023
For Edmund N. in Rochester, New York who is starting chemotherapy next Monday for recurrent cancer.
Update Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Edmund's blood test showed kidney problems. He had two stents placed in his urethra. Bloodwork shows he can start chemotherapy today.
First received Sunday, April 17, 2022
For Maria K. in Austria with ongoing painful examinations for lung disease and something on her kidney....[May 2] Maria has been diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer which has spread to her kidneys and has already started taking medications...[June 15] Maria's cancer also cannot be treated with chemotherapy. The medication is designed to slow the spreading...[September 15] Maria was treated with a new medication which shrunk the tumor, but had very strong side effects. She can’t leave the house and is very weak....[October 28] Maria is on a new medication as she had many side-effects from the last one. Due to extreme sunlight sensitivity, she had to spend the entire summer in the house. Her energy level is low, but she is trying to do her best. Support also for her family, especially her husband who is her caretaker...[May 31, 2023] After two medications which caused side-effects, Maria had chemotherapy. She is weak from all the treatment, can't leave the house, and is feeling depressed...[June 22] Maria is on a "conservation-chemo-therapy". She finished five rounds. Her doctors are now trying to find the right dosage to keep the tumors from growing fast. She is in slightly better emotional and mental condition and is having many new physical problems...[August 1] Maria continues with chemotherapy. She is getting weaker and is very tired and often dizzy....[October 2] Maria had to stop chemotherapy as the side effects were too strong to continue. She is no longer fighting against her cancer and has given in to her process. She is considering natural, wholistic methods to help her through this stage.
Update Monday, December 4, 2023
Maria's metastatic cancer is in the last stages. She has to start pain management. Support for this phase, and also for her family.
First received Sunday, April 16, 2023
For Anna W. in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania with stage 3 colon cancer who is starting radiation treatment.
Update Monday, December 4, 2023
Anna received chemo and radiation therapy for colon cancer. She now needs to decide whether she wants surgery to remove her colon and live with a colostomy bag.
First received Wednesday, November 29, 2023
For Y.C. in Seminole, Florida with contusions on her left knee, right eye, forehead and scalp....[December 1] The prognosis is good. There was no brain bleed or concussion. A thorough exam of the eyes showed no damage and her eyes are normal. The severe bruising will run its course in several weeks.
Update Saturday, December 2, 2023
She is feeling worse. Her right knee is very painful. She is only able to walk with the aid of a walker. She doesn't feel up to driving and is having to ice her injuries.
First received Friday, November 24, 2023
For Mary S. in Clearwater, Florida with a tooth extraction on Monday.
Update Wednesday, November 29, 2023
The procedure was postponed until today and now involves two teeth.
First received Wednesday, November 22, 2023
For Bodhi, a dog in Tuscaloosa, Alabama with a mast cell tumor on his penis which will require surgery, and for his human, Katie.
Update Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Bodhi has several lumps on his body which were recently aspirated. A mast cell tumor was found on his ear. The tumor on his penis and the one on his ear will be surgically removed on December 14. Support also for Dr. Roberts and the medical team.
First received Sunday, September 24, 2023
For Jeff B. in Phoenix, Arizona who has been in the hospital for a month with B-cell lymphoma and has had his first chemotherapy treatment...[October 30] Jeff was admitted to a different hospital. Despite his nutritional deficiencies, they are planning to continue his chemotherapy treatment for lymphoma.
Update Monday, November 27, 2023
Jeff made his transition on the evening of November 23. Support also for his children, Daniel, Joshua and Andrea.
First received Thursday, November 9, 2023
For Karina B. in Surprise, Arizona with a left hip replacement surgery tomorrow.
Update Monday, November 27, 2023
Karina's surgery has been postponed until December 13.
First received Monday, November 20, 2023
For Diana F. in Berlin, Germany who got a job in Dublin and needs a place to live for her and her two cats.
Update Sunday, November 26, 2023
Diana has left for Dublin. She will be temporarily living in a hotel and is not yet able to have her cats with her.
First received Thursday, August 24, 2023
For 94-year-old Jane v.-G. in Blenheim, Ontario, Canada with a deteriorating spine and an infected right lower arm and hand.
Update Wednesday, November 22, 2023
After falling three times, Jane was admitted to a hospital in Chatham, Ontario for acute pneumonia. Her lungs are not responding to treatment which is causing low oxygen levels and confusion.
First received Friday, October 27, 2023
For Dominga S. in Cumana, Venezuela who is possibly nearing her transition.
Update Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Dominga made a peaceful transition on November 1.
First received Thursday, November 9, 2023
For Cody P. in Birmingham, Alabama who is in the ICU with injuries from a car accident.
Update Monday, November 13, 2023
Cody is still in the ICU and being monitored.
First received Monday, October 9, 2023
For Carlos C. in Munich, Germany who will have surgical repair on a bone between his right thumb and wrist which he broke in a fall.
Update Saturday, November 11, 2023
Carlos is becoming frustrated that he is still not able to work with heavy objects.
First received Sunday, October 2, 2022
For Judy G. in Pennsylvania who is being treated for liver cancer...[January 30] Judy's cancer has been reduced and the liver has regenerated. However, her body is retaining fluids in her midsection and no treatment has helped so far...[February 25] Judy will regularly have the abdominal fluids drained. She likes her Florida medical team and is choosing to remain in Florida as long as she can....[April 7] Judy and her husband Ed, who is also her caregiver, traveled home to Reading, Pennsylvania. Her abdominal fluids are still being removed weekly... [May 10] Judy is feeling much better. Her doctor has taken her off salt which has reduced the adominal fluids and the number of taps needed.
Update Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Judy continues to have excessive adominal fluid that is removed weekly. She is a liver cancer survivor who plans to return to her home this weekend with husband.
First received Monday, October 30, 2023
For Linda R. in Phoenix, Arizona who is in the hospital with pneumonia...[October 31] Linda's tests show she also has stress cardiomyopathy. Her doctors are considering a plan of baby aspirin and possibly cholesterol drugs. She may be released from the hospital as early as Wednesday. Support also for her family and friends.
Update Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Linda has been released from the hospital. The pneumonia is gone and she has no heart blockages. She is on a new program to help manage diabetes.