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Running with dad

Father-daughter duo aims to compete in the Wheatlake Festival of Races every year.

  • By: Sarah Neubecker
  • April 5, 2016
  • 0
Uncategorized

Making a difference close to home

'There are opportunities to get to know people as more than just a number.'

  • By: Sarah Neubecker
  • November 24, 2015
  • 0
Community
Patient Story

‘My little birthday gift’

The West Michigan Vaccine Clinic opens at DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids.

  • Sue Thoms
  • By: Sue Thoms
  • January 25, 2021
  • 0
Children's Health
Patient Story

Organ donation inspires ArtPrize entry

A kidney donation at age 2 saves artist's life, encourages him to spread the word.

  • Rick Jensen
  • By: Rick Jensen
  • September 24, 2015
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Lungs, Breathing & Sleep
Patient Story

‘Feels great to be feeling healthy’

Faced with a worsening lung disease, David Ronk wouldn't let age stop him from getting a life-saving transplant.

  • Eve Clayton
  • By: Eve Clayton
  • October 26, 2022
  • 4
Community
Patient Story

Winning for others

Helping others is often the best medicine. Rehab patients know this firsthand—they're using game points to feed families in need.

  • Zinta Aistars
  • By: Zinta Aistars
  • July 14, 2021
  • 0
Living with Chronic Conditions
Patient Story

‘She was near death’

Charlotte Drinkall almost died on a family vacation. After being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, her life completely changed.

  • Marie Havenga
  • By: Marie Havenga
  • November 30, 2018
  • 3
Women's Health
Patient Story

‘Help is out there’

Amid her fight against breast cancer, a Ludington woman finds help through financial grants.

  • Alyssa Allen
  • By: Alyssa Allen
  • October 14, 2022
  • 0
Patient Story

‘I would not trade this job’

Community health workers like Terri Price empower clients in underserved populations to achieve health for themselves and their families.

  • Eve Clayton
  • By: Eve Clayton
  • December 17, 2016
  • 5
Living with Chronic Conditions
Patient Story

Uncommon resolve

Pompe disease had no treatment when doctors diagnosed Tasha Veinbergs. Treatment arrived and her future brightened.

  • Eve Clayton
  • By: Eve Clayton
  • September 25, 2019
  • 5
Lungs, Breathing & Sleep
Patient Story

‘We’re just continuing to fight it’

Embroiled in a war with mesothelioma, Jim Phillips is armed to the hilt—with tenacity, strength and optimism.

  • Marie Havenga
  • By: Marie Havenga
  • June 15, 2016
  • 1
Cardiovascular Care
Patient Story

A life-saving stroll

Chest pain prompted Jorge Gonzalez to visit a wellness office just down the street. Moments later, he found himself headed to surgery.

  • Zinta Aistars
  • By: Zinta Aistars
  • April 5, 2019
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