Daily Archives: December 19, 2012

Bone Marrow Transplant Saves Leukemia Patient – Max’s Story


At the age of eight, Max Harris overcame aplastic anemia, a condition that occurs when your body stops producing enough new blood cells. Successful treatment led to his recovery and several years of good health. Years later, a visit to … Continue reading

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“From worst to first” after kidney cancer surgery


Innovative technology and surgical expertise helped Mayo Clinic physicians save kidney cancer patient Jasper Johnikin’s kidney — and his life. Continue reading

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