Real Stories, Real People
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
Melissa’s Story (C. diff)
Melissa shares her story to help others learn about the potential risks of antibiotics and the seriousness of C. diff
Emmily’s Story (Flu)
Emmily was a healthy, active 13-year old, who ended up in a medically-induced coma for nearly 6 weeks as a complication of influenza (flu). The flu vaccine likely saved her life.
Emily’s Story (RSV)
Emily’s daughter Presley caught RSV and passed away in November 2021. Now, Emily advocates and raises awareness about RSV