A Breast Cancer Survivor Shares Her Story: Meet Melissa
It was May 2023, and I was 32 years old when I was diagnosed with breast cancer (DCIS) at stage 0.
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Aug 133 min read
Incredible care, immense strength and an unwavering support system: Meet Ayisha Haynes
Ayisha Haynes wants to do it all. She wants to see her children get married, and she wants to be crying in the first row. She wants to...
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Jul 251 min read
Impactful funding for our tiniest patients
For the babies that make their entrance earlier than planned Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Milwaukee and Ascension All Saints Hospital...
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Jul 222 min read
Spierings Cancer Foundation: Delivering hope and healing in the face of adversity
The Spierings Cancer Foundation is more than meets the eye. For many, it’s a symbol of hope, healing and inspiration. Tens of thousands...
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Jul 152 min read
Finding his 'why' after four decades of searching
Terry Banker spent 43 years of his life wondering why. Why did he get into a car accident that caused severe burns to his entire body?...
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May 282 min read
Art therapy program offers safe space to process trauma
Certified art therapist at Ascension All Saints Hospital guides encourages patients to express and process emotions through art.
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May 32 min read
A statewide approach to mental health
During times of darkness and struggle, small tasks can become seemingly impossible. While medication for depression is oftentimes leaned...
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Apr 172 min read
Reach Out and Read: Promoting early literacy
Reading to a baby or young child creates warm, loving memories but it also does something else — it helps their brain develop and...
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Apr 82 min read
A new relaxing, calming space for teens
Teens work hard in the Adolescent Day Treatment Program at Ascension All Saints Hospital to overcome mental health and behavioral...
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Mar 272 min read
Supporting Survivors: How local partnerships are making a difference
In 2023 the Ascension Wisconsin Mobile Sexual Assault Treatment Center cared for more than 500 patients. Every patient is a survivor,...
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Feb 162 min read
Providing heart care close to home
When Rodney started his heart journey eight years ago and struggled to find out why he consistently had irregular heartbeats and...
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Feb 152 min read
Riley Construction: Supporting the foundation of healthcare
Riley Construction has played a pivotal role in building the foundation of numerous sites across Ascension Wisconsin, but their support...
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Feb 132 min read
Building a stronger, healthier heart after cardiac arrest
Allen started a new position at his workplace on a Monday in August 2023, but he can’t remember any other day from that week. While at...
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Feb 62 min read
Recovering after a tragic burn accident
October 14, 2022 is a day most will look back on with sadness. An evening meant for fun and laughter turned into a night of panic and...
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Jan 242 min read
Patients receive lifesaving care
In 2023, Ascension Wisconsin provided advanced neurological care to more than 4,173 patients. One of those patients was Tom. One...
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Jan 242 min read
Crossing the finish line: Brent's inspiring journey
Brent McKerchie crossed the finish line of his first half marathon with a smile consisting of pride and accomplishment beaming from his...
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Jan 83 min read
The return to normalcy after a heart attack
Sandra loves all of her kids — both biological and the kids she sees every day at work — which is why taking two weeks off of work was a...
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Jan 33 min read
From surviving to thriving: The healing power of Burn Support Groups
The most evident part of recovery from a burn injury is often physical, but the mental aspect is just as important. That’s why Melissa...
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Jan 22 min read
From helped to helper: How one person is paying it forward
The phrase ‘pay it forward’ is often shared to describe what it means to give back and help others as they have helped you. One donor to...
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Holiday season brings families together in effort to reduce infant mortality
Sharing in laughter and togetherness, more than 25 families from across Milwaukee attended the 4th Annual Blanket of Love Christmas...
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