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Cal lives on through books for grieving parents, families
Cal Sharpsteen was stillborn at 38 weeks, but he lives on through "Cal's Corner," a cart filled with books donated by his parents for other grieving families who have lost a child.
Not just a hernia: Symptoms disguise life-threatening condition
While seeking help for symptoms of a hiatal hernia, Nathan Emmons was shocked to learn that he had blocked arteries in his heart. Read how his care team worked quickly to restore the blood flow.
Digging into garden after robotic total knee replacement
Two total knee replacements later — one traditional, one robot-assisted — Betty Hayden-Tauscher is digging into her garden again. Learn why she gives the robotic procedure two green thumbs up.
Beat goes on for drummer with calcific tendonitis
After a shoulder injury, avid drummer John DiTulio searched for a less-invasive treatment option and found ultrasonic tenotomy. He hardly skipped a beat after undergoing this nonsurgical procedure.
Hospice team ensures veteran makes Freedom Honor Flight
Two years ago, Dick Cagle applied for a Freedom Honor Flight to D.C. that honors veterans. He wasn't on the list yet, but the Navy vet's hospice team made sure this was one flight he wouldn't miss.
Mother, daughter share cancer journey twists, survivors' advice
Rae Reekie and Amy White share the twists and turns of their multiple breast cancer diagnoses and treatments. And they offer advice for others facing similar health challenges.
Complex spine surgery helps Belinda Purdy walk again
Debilitating hip and low back pain was keeping Belinda on the sidelines. A two-part spine surgery realigned her spine, relieved her pain and got her moving.
Cross-disciplinary teamwork leads to remarkable recovery
Lying in the ICU, Jon Bratsch thought he was past the point of no return. Everything changed when a cross-disciplinary team found the source of his dire symptoms.
George Frank seeing straight thanks to surgery for crossed eyes
Eye contact is an important nonverbal communication skill. But for George Frank, this wasn't possible. Read about a surgery that changed the muscles around his eye to align his crossed eyes to improve his sight.
All hands on deck for Jill McElroy: Second opinion leads to former U.S. Navy shipmate
Jill and Dan McElroy discovered they had a special connection with Jill's neurologist. Read about the career junction of two sailors, plus the added connection with Jill's father.
New heart, new start for Gregg Bohlig
Gregg's life has been full of heart-pounding moments, including a big shock when he learned that not only did he have a rare disease, but that he would need a heart transplant.
Don't delay getting your child vaccinated for COVID-19
With the emergence of the delta and omicron variants, it's more important than ever to protect children with a vaccine. Read about one family's decision to have their son vaccinated, and learn how to schedule your child's appointment.