Tag Archives: Leukemia

Lymphoma Patient Receives Gift of Life from Bone Marrow

January 3rd, 2013 - 12:58 pm

Twelve years ago, Ron Wilson woke up with a swollen neck and knew something was very wrong. After visiting his doctor, he learned that his blood counts were off the charts. Consultation with an oncologist revealed shocking news – Ron was diagnosed … Continue reading →

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Bone Marrow Transplant Saves Leukemia Patient – Max’s Story

December 19th, 2012 - 11:11 am

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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A Scarf and a Blessing

May 24th, 2012 - 11:36 am

His Holiness the Dalai Lama recently visited Mayo Clinic and gave a special presentation on resilience through mindfulness. The below story takes place during his visit to Mayo Clinic last year… When Troy Keach, Mayo Clinic Education Administration, brought his … Continue reading →

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Beads of Courage

August 16th, 2011 - 9:24 am

We are proud to say that the Pediatric Oncology Nurses/Nurse Practitioners implemented the Beads of Courage Program at Mayo Clinic using money received from the Kids Cup in 2008.  The program is a resilience-based intervention designed to support and strengthen … Continue reading →

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Of Feathers and "Angels"

March 27th, 2009 - 4:30 am

Helen Buescher was diagnosed with leukemia in 2006. Since then, she has traveled several times from her home in northern Minnesota to Mayo Clinic in Rochester for tests, appointments and chemotherapy infusions. Between her Mayo Clinic appointments, Helen receives treatment … Continue reading →

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