Veronica Andrade was no stranger to medical challenges, having undergone several spinal and brain surgeries in the past. But this time was different—her latest surgery left her facing a recovery unlike any she had experienced before. For the first time, she required intensive rehabilitation.
This Valentine’s Day was extra special for Albert Markus, who celebrated his 100th birthday after regaining his independence at San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital!
Keaton Baker left Iowa to work on trail maintenance in Yosemite National Park. “On the weekends, though you’re still in the wild, you can do pretty much whatever you find pleasing.” On one of those weekends, Keaton was having some fun rock hopping. When he stepped out of the river and onto the shore, a rattlesnake was sitting in the shade, likely asleep. Disturbed by Keaton’s sudden appearance, the rattlesnake bit Keaton on the foot.
Just after New Year’s, Amber began to fall ill. She was experiencing cold-like symptoms and a fast-approaching loss of breath. With her lips a shade of blue and blood in her cough, Amber’s family feared for her life and pleaded with her to go to the hospital. It took several days and tons of encouragement, but Amber finally agreed to go. Once there, she was quickly admitted and intubated in the blink of an eye.
