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Colon Cancer: Lynn’s Story

Monday, June 21, 2021
After suffering from severe stomach pain for over a year, at 32 years old Lynn’s world was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with stage two colon cancer. Lynn…
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Breast Reconstruction: Mary’s Story

Monday, November 9, 2020
As a nurse with over 28 years of experience caring for patients, Mary, 55, always tries to practice what she preaches about getting regular screenings and checkups. During her annual…
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Video: Jeanie’s Story

Monday, October 5, 2020
After being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib), Jeanie had an irregular heartbeat and increased risk of stroke. When a cardioversion failed to restore her natural heart rhythm, she knew she…
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Living Heart Healthy: Jeanie’s Story

Friday, August 7, 2020
In August 2018, Jeanie, 58, underwent a routine colonoscopy. Because of her family history, she was nervous about the results: her mother died of colon cancer and her sister had…
Finding Support During a High-Risk Pregnancy: Aisha’s Story

Finding Support During a High-Risk Pregnancy: Aisha’s Story

Wednesday, November 20, 2019
When Aisha turned 40, the last thing she expected was a baby. Already a mom of three — ages 16, 15, and 13 — Aisha thought she was finished having children. After visiting the…
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Finding Relief from BPH: Larry’s Story

Wednesday, July 10, 2019
When Larry, a former literature and writing teacher, moved to Medford, Oregon at 40 years old, he knew he had found his community. After retiring from teaching in 2003, Larry…
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Thyroid Cancer: Mike’s Story

Tuesday, April 16, 2019
As a busy professional, husband, and father of three young children, cancer was the last thing Mike Bunch, 38, had on his mind. After finding a lump in his throat…
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Darrell’s Story

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Darrell’s Story

Tuesday, July 3, 2018
In 1990, Darrell got his first job in the operating room (OR). Before that, he had been in the Air Force and also worked in plumbing. “I knew immediately that…
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Video: Jack’s Story

Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Jack Hoffman lives for adventure. At 72, he flies airplanes, skis, and rides motorcycles and snowmobiles. He has hand-built houses, mined for gold in Alaska, and is currently restoring an…
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Up & Away: Jack Hoffman’s Story

Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Jack Hoffman lives for adventure. At 72, he flies airplanes, skis, and rides motorcycles and snowmobiles. He has hand-built houses, mined for gold in Alaska, and is currently restoring an…