Mary Reynolds described her life prior to admission as “semi-retired.” Mary lived at home with her husband and enjoyed spending her free time knitting, walking, and housekeeping while working once per week. Then, one day, Mary began experiencing significant weakness and trouble breathing. After going to the hospital, she was admitted and diagnosed with sepsis due to an influenza A infection.
What began as a peaceful new chapter in Janice Mittlestadt’s life turned into an unexpected journey she wasn’t prepared to make. Having recently moved into their dream retirement house, Janice and her husband enjoyed spending their days getting to know their new neighbors and making their new house their forever home.
In the face of life-altering challenges, triumph often emerges from the resilience of the human spirit. This is the inspiring journey of Marilyn Azure, a remarkable individual whose life took an unexpected turn when she was struck by a vehicle as a pedestrian.
To Brody Lavelle’s friends and family, he is a kind, fun-loving, charismatic member of the community. One day, Brody’s life dramatically changed when he was found unresponsive after a motorcycle accident. He sustained significant injuries in the accident, including a brain injury and bone fractures. Brody also required the use of a ventilator to help him breathe.
Kelly Baker arrived at Vibra Hospital of Fargo in need of complex wound care. Having septic arthritis in her left knee, Kelly underwent an above-the-knee amputation on that leg. Additionally, she experienced ulcers and an abscess in her right foot.
Shannon admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of congestive heart failure. Soon, that progressed to lower extremity abscesses and drainage. The abscesses were debrided, and after nearly two months, Shannon transferred to Vibra Hospital of Fargo for continued wound care and diuretic therapy.
Experiencing shortness of breath one day, Jan admitted to Essentia Health-Fargo, where she was diagnosed with respiratory failure complicated by pneumonia and bilateral deep vein thrombosis. As a result, Jan was placed on a ventilator.
Vacationing in North Dakota, Albina suddenly found herself very sick. She experienced double vision, difficulty swallowing and speaking, shortness of breath, and weakness in her arms and legs. Albina sought medical attention, and tests revealed something entirely unexpected.
Before his stroke, Troy Hall lived a very active life. He enjoyed playing softball, fishing, and going to the gym. In addition, he worked as a drywall finisher. After the stroke, Troy experienced acute respiratory failure and required a ventilator to breathe.
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After testing positive for the virus, Mavis spent three months in the hospital, battling respiratory failure due to COVID-19 pneumonia. Then she transferred to Vibra Hospital of Fargo to begin her recovery.
Mary Reynolds
Mary Reynolds described her life prior to admission as “semi-retired.” Mary lived at home with her husband and enjoyed spending her free time knitting, walking, and housekeeping while working once per week. Then, one day, Mary began experiencing significant weakness and trouble breathing. After going to the hospital, she was admitted and diagnosed with sepsis due to an influenza A infection.
Janice Mittelstadt
What began as a peaceful new chapter in Janice Mittlestadt’s life turned into an unexpected journey she wasn’t prepared to make. Having recently moved into their dream retirement house, Janice and her husband enjoyed spending their days getting to know their new neighbors and making their new house their forever home.
Marilyn Azure
In the face of life-altering challenges, triumph often emerges from the resilience of the human spirit. This is the inspiring journey of Marilyn Azure, a remarkable individual whose life took an unexpected turn when she was struck by a vehicle as a pedestrian.
Brody Lavelle
To Brody Lavelle’s friends and family, he is a kind, fun-loving, charismatic member of the community. One day, Brody’s life dramatically changed when he was found unresponsive after a motorcycle accident. He sustained significant injuries in the accident, including a brain injury and bone fractures. Brody also required the use of a ventilator to help him breathe.
Kelly Baker
Kelly Baker arrived at Vibra Hospital of Fargo in need of complex wound care. Having septic arthritis in her left knee, Kelly underwent an above-the-knee amputation on that leg. Additionally, she experienced ulcers and an abscess in her right foot.
Shannon Boe
Shannon admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of congestive heart failure. Soon, that progressed to lower extremity abscesses and drainage. The abscesses were debrided, and after nearly two months, Shannon transferred to Vibra Hospital of Fargo for continued wound care and diuretic therapy.
Jan Flack
Experiencing shortness of breath one day, Jan admitted to Essentia Health-Fargo, where she was diagnosed with respiratory failure complicated by pneumonia and bilateral deep vein thrombosis. As a result, Jan was placed on a ventilator.
Albina Lebzak
Vacationing in North Dakota, Albina suddenly found herself very sick. She experienced double vision, difficulty swallowing and speaking, shortness of breath, and weakness in her arms and legs. Albina sought medical attention, and tests revealed something entirely unexpected.
Troy Hall
Before his stroke, Troy Hall lived a very active life. He enjoyed playing softball, fishing, and going to the gym. In addition, he worked as a drywall finisher. After the stroke, Troy experienced acute respiratory failure and required a ventilator to breathe.
Mavis Huber
After testing positive for the virus, Mavis spent three months in the hospital, battling respiratory failure due to COVID-19 pneumonia. Then she transferred to Vibra Hospital of Fargo to begin her recovery.