The race to find a stem cell donor—and the mission it inspired: Mai’s story

Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)

Mai Duong's aggressive leukemia diagnosis led to a devastating discovery: because of her Vietnamese heritage, she had almost no chance of finding a stem cell match. Her survival, made possible by a complete stranger, inspired her to close the donor diversity gap for all Canadians in need.

Friendship as medicine: How building true connections became my healing

Authentic friendships, both in-person and online, became a lifeline for me. They offered strength and allyship when I needed them most.‍

Rebuilding, one step at a time: Richard’s CIDP journey

In 2019, a CIDP diagnosis derailed Richard Habel’s life. Seven years later, he has reclaimed much of it — but continues to navigate the unpredictability of this rare autoimmune disorder.