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Please share your story to help others understand more about the impact of vaccine-preventable diseases, drug-resistant infections, and other infectious diseases
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Kaden’s Story (Flu)
Kaden was an otherwise healthy, active 7-year-old who ended up losing both of his legs due to complications from flu
Kaitlyn’s Story (Flu)
Kaitlyn was a student at the University of Florida in Gainesville when she nearly died from flu
Lindsay’s Story (HPV)
After being diagnosed with cervical cancer, Lindsay became dedicated to raising awareness about cancer prevention and HPV vaccination
Mollie’s Story (C. diff)
Mollie wants everyone to know that C. diff is more common than people think, but also preventable and treatable …
Ben’s Story (Meningococcal Disease)
A 6-year-old was hospitalized and permanently lost all hearing in his left ear due to bacterial meningitis. Now he wants others to know about life-saving vaccines …
Vivian’s Story (Hepatitis B)
A doctor unknowingly infected with hepatitis B first learned of her diagnosis while donating blood at college at age 19 …
Sonya’s Story (COVID-19)
A daughter prays that her mother’s death helps others understand the dangers of COVID-19
Ricky’s Story (C. diff)
Ricky was a 23-year-old college student when he was diagnosed with a severe case of C. diff that made him sick for over a year and cost him thousands of dollars on treatment