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Anxious but excited, Sarb and Sanddip Basra, listened for the first cry of their newborn girl, Jeevan. When the cry never fully developed, they realized what the medical staff at Surrey Memorial had already figured out. Blue in colour, little Jeevan Basra was struggling for oxygen.

Time stood still for the anxious new parents, as it became clear their fragile newborn needed more specialized treatment. A mere 48 hours old, Jeevan was transported to BC Children’s Hospital where she was quickly diagnosed with pulmonary valvular stenosis, a congenital heart condition. Continue Reading…

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At birth, Hannah Schneider appeared to be the image of health; perfection in her parents’ eyes. But two weeks into life, Hannah’s health was deteriorating, fast.

Hannah’s doctor suspected she had a heart problem and was quickly admitted to BC Children’s Hospital’s Emergency Department while her parents, Jennifer and Jason, became increasingly alarmed at the severity of her condition. Continue Reading…

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On January 13, 2007, six-year-old Colton Boechler came down with the flu. Unknown to his parents, this common illness would within days have Colton would be fighting for his life.

When he first became ill, Colton’s condition gave no clues to what lay ahead. The day unfolded as usual for parents Julie and Kelly Boechler until, late in the day, the normally energetic and outgoing Colton began to complain of a headache. Continue Reading…