John’s Story

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John makes it to all his cancer appointments, thanks to you John Page worked his whole construction career in the scorching south Florida sun. He knows all too well the damage sun exposure can cause. And while he likely has that to blame for his recent skin cancer diagnosis, he has you to thank for…

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Lauren’s Story

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Your gift helped Lauren get the diagnosis she needed to get well As a newlywed, the first thing on Lauren Pittelko’s mind was starting a family. The last thing was learning she had breast cancer. But thanks to your gift to support Bon Secours Women’s Imaging – Harbour View, Lauren was able to catch it…

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Kendra’s Story

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Your gift helped Kendra catch cancer early A quick stop at a mobile mammography screening event became a lifesaver for Kendra Strickland. She received a mammogram inside the mobile van, made possible by donors like you. That screening revealed breast cancer. Kendra believes the early diagnosis saved her life. “Five minutes changed my life,” she…

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Meet Keith Harring

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Why I Give: Mercy Health was a blessing for my family For Keith Harring, giving is a deeply personal way he honors his wife and the medical care she received during her battle with leukemia. “Mercy Health was truly a blessing to us,” he says. “The care my wife received meant everything during such a…

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Pam’s Story

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You helped Pam keep her spirits up during her cancer fight Chemotherapy, surgery, more chemotherapy, radiation — it was all overwhelming for Pam Hoadley. Your gift provided her with the guidance and support she needed after being diagnosed with ovarian cancer. “I remember exactly where I was when I received that call,” Pam says. “I…

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Mary Ann’s Story

Mary Ann Bradbury

Early detection made Mary Ann’s cancer treatment easier Mary Ann Bradbury has always been diligent with getting mammograms. That diligence paid off when she received the call that something had been detected on her scan. What followed was a comprehensive series of tests. She had more scans, genetic testing and a biopsy. Armed with all…

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Ada’s Story

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Your gift helps cancer patients and survivors As chief engineer for aeronautics at NASA Glenn Research Center, Adabelle Narvaez-Bostwick dealt with complicated issues for a living. Your support helped her deal with the most complicated one — cancer. “I was diagnosed with breast cancer just one week after dropping my son off for his first…

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Tom’s Story

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Cancer patients like Tom receive the best care, thanks to you Retired engineer Tom Fiorille sees God’s hand in the circumstances that led him to find lifesaving care at Mercy Health — St. Rita’s Cancer Center. Your gift to support cancer services is part of his story. “I wish I could personally meet the donors…

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Deylon’s Story

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You helped Deylon ring the bell at Harbour View Medical Center Stomach issues sent 26-year-old Deylon Quarles to the emergency room. He expected a quick remedy and a return to normal life. Instead, testing at the new Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center revealed a shocking colon cancer diagnosis. Your gift to the hospital is…

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Meet Sidney Jones

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Why I Give: To provide preventative care to those in need For Sidney Jones, supporting the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center is deeply personal. “My mother died of cancer,” he says. “I believe it could have been prevented with earlier detection and better access.” That experience shaped his belief in expanding care for those…

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