Meeting Mr. Greene—Journal of a Hospice Volunteer
After a close friend died from cancer, Devra Lee Fishman became a hospice volunteer. Here, she writes about her unexpected bond with the man in room 10.
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Feeding the Hungry Can be a True Holiday Blessing
In a small New England town students from the University of Vermont ensure that no one goes hungry.
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The Deathless Legacy Of Sargent Shriver
He launched one of America’s greatest achievements — sending over half a million American volunteers to help raise the standard of living in 139 countries.
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Give the Gift of Life
My brother-in-law just turned 50 and needs a new heart. We sometimes hear that wealthy people get donor organs quicker than others. Is this true? How long is the usual wait for a new heart?
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Are You an Organ Donor?
The number of people requiring a life-saving transplant continues to rise faster than the number of available donors.
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