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Colleen Kelly

Side-effects of surviving cancer: Colleen Kelly’s story

My journey began when I noticed a small lump on my neck in 2012. I underwent the whole ritual: biopsies, MRIs, CT scans. Antibiotics made it go away, leading my doctors to believe it wasn’t cancerous

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Aurilla Ripley

The way to her heart: Aurilla Ripley’s story

As Aurilla Ripley prepared for her day, she felt a small, hard lump in her breast. A wave of fear washed over her; her mind started racing with all the chilling possibilities. The next thing she knew

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John P. Allen playing violin

Encore: John P. Allen’s story

John P. Allen is a six-time Juno Award-winning member of the country band Prairie Oyster. The group’s innovative sound and catchy tunes captured audiences worldwide, allowing them to perform alongside

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Tom & Helen Heath

We will always be together: Tom Heath’s Story

Following my first heart attack in July 2011, I had an ablation at University Hospital in London. In August 2014, Helen and I decided to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary with a trip. We planned

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Helen Heath

The best of humanity: Helen Heath’s Story

Sometime during 2016, I discovered a lump in my neck, behind my right ear. It didn’t seem to be growing and it wasn’t causing me any discomfort. Plus, at the time, I was still working and life was

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Rick and Colleen DeJager

Change the future: Rick and Colleen DeJager

Colleen DeJager was on vacation in Napa Valley when her phone rang. “Hi Colleen, this is Dr. Alp Sener. I'm calling about your husband, Rick.” As the words leave his mouth, the world starts to shrink

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Natasha Quin

Sonographer spotlight: Natasha Quin

Meet Natasha From a young age, Natasha Quin was drawn to the world of medical imaging. She would frequently attend ultrasound appointments with family members, fascinated by the technology that made

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Mandy Dostie

My plan to rise: Mandy Dostie’s Story

For years, I endured constant pain and numbness. It began in my ear and gradually spread to half of my face. While driving, I would sometimes experience a sudden, intense jolt of pain, forcing me to

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Andrea Baird

Walking Tall: Andrea Baird’s Story

On a sunny New Year’s Day, the snow crunched under my skis as I carved down the slope. Suddenly, I lost control and my vision flashed white with pain as I clutched my left knee. I had torn my ACL and