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marie france

A determined mindset transforms life: Marie-France Vermette’s story

Throughout her journey as a patient with London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), Marie-France Vermette embodied the term “mind over matter.” In December 2013, an undiagnosed clot in her lungs caused

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bob

Getting back on track – Bob Riseling’s story

Our lives can change in an instant. Each day, we're confronted with moments that shape our journeys for better or worse, but navigating these ups and downs is often easier when there are people around

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Chuck Joynt

Information is Power - Chuck Joynt's story

Making informed choices about our personal health care can often feel overwhelming, confusing or even frightening. But for Chuck Joynt, a patient of the London Regional Cancer Program (LRCP)* at

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keith and dave lavergne

Shooting for the moon: new chair promises big impact

“Dave saved my life,” Keith Lavergne says. His voice flutters with appreciation but it doesn’t crack. The house in LaSalle is bustling with people. He and his wife, Leanne, are all smiles as they

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All the Little Things: Brian Krabbenbos’s Story

Asked to do a relatively simple favour one clear May afternoon in 2018, Brian Krabbenbos headed over to his mother-in-law’s house to fix the flagpole on her front lawn. Brian–a former butcher from

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Getting back on track – Bob Riseling’s story

Our lives can change in an instant. Each day, we're confronted with moments that shape our journeys for better or worse, but navigating these ups and downs is often easier when there are people around

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Michael Bloch

Keeping the glass half full: Michael Bloch’s story

When facing a diagnosis of a severe illness, a myriad of complicated thoughts, emotions and fears can run through a person's mind. How will this affect my loved ones? Where can I find the care I need

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Resounding cancer care at LRCP: James Pol’s story

Hard work, the great outdoors and a natural diet are just some of the reasons James Pol believes growing up on a farm encouraged him to maintain such a healthy lifestyle for so long. So, in 2018

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Peter Lass

Freedom of motion: Peter Lass’s Story

After nearly two decades of persistent, debilitating joint issues, Peter Lass was a man who – prior to these issues – enjoyed life as a high-energy dad, dairy farmer and athlete. “I forgot what life