First received Tuesday, August 13, 2024
For ninety-six-year-old Shirley J. in Blaine, Minnesota who is hospitalized with severe anemia and low blood pressure...[August 16] Shirley will be released from the hospital today. She will be in comfort care at an assisted living facility. She continues to be very weak after being treated for anemia and a stomach ulcer. She is unable to walk. Support for her and her family as they help her adjust to her limitations. She was previously able to walk, play piano, and enjoy activities with her family...[September 2] Shirley is having memory issues and is only able to enjoy company for short periods of time. She tires very easily and breathing is difficult for her at times.... [September 29] Shirley is slowly losing strength and sleeping more. It takes time for her to wake up and recognize people. She continues to eat some meals and enjoys family visiting and bringing her favorite foods for lunch twice a week. She is able to stay awake for several hours for these happy times...[December 1] Shirley is now in hospice care and receiving medications for pain management...[December 6] Shirley is sleeping more and eating and drinking very little. She still knows her family when they visit or call.
Update Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Hospice has advised that Shirley will likely make her transition within the next two weeks. She is able to speak with family for short periods of time.
First received Monday, April 29, 2024
For Elisabeth K. in Berlin, Germany with a sudden onset of Meniere's disease... [August 4] After some weeks of feeling healthy, Elisabeth had another serious bout of Meniere's disease last week. She needs a lot of rest and
wants to stay at home right now; she is cutting work to two hours a day... [September 3] Elisabeth is slightly better and will be able to see a specialized doctor on Thursday...[September 17] The new doctor helped a lot with
an additional medication and a positive outlook...[October 21] A lump was discovered during an exam for bowel inflamation and surgery is scheduled for Wednesday...[November 5] The surgery went very well. The doctors say the cancerous lump has been removed, but cancer cells may still be there. Elisabeth will decide what further treatment she wants to take.
Update Friday, December 6, 2024
Elisabeth decided on medication and a supervision of her bowels and blood twice a year.
First received Wednesday, September 11, 2024
For Wael and his family in Gundelsheim, Germany who need another place to stay after their rental home was damaged.
Update Wednesday, December 4, 2024
The family's resources are tight, and they are still looking for a home to rent.
First received Sunday, December 1, 2024
For Anne S. in Frankfurt, Germany with a heart and carotid artery catheter exam on Tuesday; and for her medical team.
Update Wednesday, December 4, 2024
There are complications. Anne now has a huge hematoma below the groin. Today an aneurysm was found bleeding into the tissue. Though it could be closed, doctors are waiting to see if the hematoma regresses.
First received Wednesday, November 29, 2023
For Gerry S. in Parker, Colorado with a wound on his right leg which has to be bandaged at the doctor's office twice a week...[November 21] Gerry is having outpatient surgery today for a large clot in his right leg femoral vein. Support also for his medical team and his wife....[November 26] Gerry’s surgery went well. The doctors prescribed Lovenox injections. Today Gerry was admitted to the hospital for a hematoma in his abdomen. He may have nicked a minor artery when he was injecting the blood thinner. Doctors are keeping him overnight for observation and holding off on possible surgery...[November 28] Gerry is still in the hospital while the doctors monitor the large hematoma which has stopped bleeding. They have stopped all blood thinners...[December 2] The doctors restarted the blood thinners and also found new blood clots in his right leg. EKG's revealed atrial fibrillation. The doctors prescribed additional medication. Gerry will be released from the hospital to go home on Tuesday.
Update Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Gerry was released from the hospital today. His stamina is low. He is getting around the house with a walker and is doing well.
First received Tuesday, November 5, 2024
For Kiyoshi in Berlin, Germany with a hernia who will see a doctor tomorrow.
Update Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Kiyoshi has gone to the hospital for preparations. Her surgery will be on Thursday.
First received Sunday, November 24, 2024
For Manuela F. in Munich, Germany with coronavirus.
Update Thursday, November 28, 2024
Her coronavirus test is now negative. She is looking forward to visiting her family on Saturday.
First received Saturday, November 23, 2024
For Walter F. in Diessen, Bayern, Germany who will have a catheter exam on his heart on Wednesday.
Update Thursday, November 28, 2024
Walter received two new stents. He looks and feels well and his blood pressure is stable. In January he will have the same procedure done.
First received Saturday, September 7, 2024
For Ruth in Sigmaringen, Germany whose appetite and stamina are affected by cancer...[October 21] Ruth continues to fight the cancer...[November 15] Ruth is nearing her transition.
Update Thursday, November 28, 2024
Ruth peacefully made her transition on Sunday. Support also for her loved ones.
First received Wednesday, October 23, 2024
For Iana Z. in Flagstaff, Arizona in the hospital with chronic vomiting... [October 25] Iana is out of hospital on complete bed rest. Her condition is still serious, and steroids are not effective.
Update Sunday, November 25, 2024
The allergist determined Iana is malnourished and unable to absorb nutrients. Her vomiting is being treated with a careful nutrition plan. The plan is working and she is improving.
First received Wednesday, October 9, 2024
For Samina and Miriam B. in Olten, Switzerland who were in a car accident resulting in shock, headaches, and a damaged car.
Update Monday, November 18, 2024
Samina is fine, but Miriam, Samina's mother, has still not recovered. Support is also requested for Miriam's husband Thomas and their other children.
First received Tuesday, October 1, 2024
For Angie D. in Tecumseh, Ontario, Canada who is having the medical procedure ERPC on October 10.
Update Sunday, November 17, 2024
The ERCP results were clear but ALP and GGT results were still higher than normal. More blood work to be done with a fractionated ALP.
First received Wednesday, November 13, 2024
For Lucy R. in Mesa, Arizona who is in the hospital with sepsis and will be making her transition soon.
Update Saturday, November 16, 2024
Lucy has made her transition. Support also for her family and friends.
First received Wednesday, August 21, 2024
For Ali in Berlin, Germany who has metastatic cancer and back pain, and for Michaele, his partner and caregiver.
Update Thursday, November 14, 2024
Ali made his transition on November 4. Support also for Michaele.
First received Monday, November 11, 2024
For Ana F. in Herrsching, Germany who is hospitalized with kidney problems, and for her family and medical team.
Update Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Ana was sent home. Doctors found Proteus mirabilis, a very contagious and dangerous bacteria. She is taking strong antibiotics and will have more tests tomorrow.
First received Sunday, November 10, 2024
For Heather S. in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania who is in the emergency room with vomiting and stomach pain.
Update Monday, November 11, 2024
Heather had a urinary tract infection which spread to her kidneys. She stayed overnight in the hospital to begin a course of antibiotics and was released this afternoon.