Tag Archives: Critical Illness

“Beeing” on the Brink of Death – and How It Changed Me

The trauma, terror, and triumph of recovering after a near-death experience

This is Rebecca’s story as told to Melissa Gouty. Our “Opening Our Hearts” stories are based on people’s real-life experiences. By sharing these experiences publicly, we hope to help our readers feel less alone in their grief and, ultimately, to … Continue reading

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How to Deal with the Loss of a Child? An Interview with Henry Allen

The co-founder of the Brain Candy Project discusses his work and offers his advice

Henry Allen co-founded The Brain Candy Project along with his son Cameron, who was diagnosed with brain cancer at age 11. The Brain Candy Project is a nonprofit organization that helps support parents and guardians of children suffering from critical … Continue reading

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