How I was Cured and Survived a Storm of Health Ailments<\/h1>Through the Miracle of Science with Soul : Thanks to City of Hope<\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″ animation_in_type=”transition.bounceDownIn” animation_in_offset=”90″ animation_in_duration=”1400″ animation_in_delay=”100″][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\nHodgkin’s Lymphoma<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nformerly known as Hodgkin’s disease \u2014 is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of your immune system.<\/p>\n
In Hodgkin’s lymphoma, cells in the lymphatic system grow abnormally and may spread beyond the lymphatic system. As Hodgkin’s lymphoma progresses, it compromises your body’s ability to fight infection. (Mayo Clinic)<\/p>\n
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Osteomyelitis + MRSA + E-Coli +\u00a0S<\/a>taph<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nis an infection of the bone, a rare but serious condition. Bones can become infected in a number of ways: Infection in one part of the body may spread through the bloodstream into the bone, or an open fracture or surgery may expose the bone to infection.
\nIn most cases, a bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus, a type of staph bacteria, causes osteomyelitis.<\/p>\n
Certain chronic conditions like diabetes may increase your risk for osteomyelitis. (WebMD)<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nis liver inflammation and damage caused by a buildup of fat in the liver. It is part of a group of conditions called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. You may be told you have a “fatty liver.” Many people have a buildup of fat in the liver, and for most people it causes no symptoms and no problems. But in some people, the fat causes inflammation and damages cells in the liver. Because of the damage, the liver doesn’t work as well as it should. NASH can get worse and cause scarring of the liver, which leads to cirrhosis. (WebMD)<\/p>\n
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Type 2 Diabetes<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nonce known as adult-onset or noninsulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition that affects the way your body metabolizes sugar (glucose), your body’s important source of fuel. With type 2 diabetes, your body either resists the effects of insulin \u2014 a hormone that regulates the movement of sugar into your cells \u2014 or doesn’t produce enough insulin to maintain a normal glucose level. (Mayo Clinic)<\/p>\n
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LIFE or DEATH<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nFor most of my adult life starting back in the early 90\u2019s I have been suffering and treated for Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Plaque Psoriasis, Liver Cirrhosis, Type 2 Diabetes, and Hodgkin\u2019s Lymphoma.
\nThere is no cure for Lupus.<\/p>\n
My other ailments were being treated but it took a severe toll on my body. Unable to work I\u2019ve lost everything and was homeless. I was too ashamed to reach out for help from anybody. The day I was told I had Cancer devastated me, my family as well as my fiance Lalaine. I knew I did not want to be a burden for them. What made my recovery difficult was that having these existing conditions on top of my Hodgkin\u2019s Lymphoma, my road to recovery was going to be long and difficult and PAINFUL.<\/p>\n
Given 6 months to live in 09\/09\/09, A life saving Stem Cell transplant at City of Hope has given me a new lease on life.<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]![\"Ed](\"http:\/\/coalitionofheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/ed-reyes_370x440.png\")
<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\nThe CURE\u00a0: My Own Stem Cell Transplant<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nMy body started to regenerate all new skin cells. My Lupus butterfly rash, Plaque Psoriasis that covered 40% of my body, my Arthritis and joint swelling gone, as well as the lymphoma was gone. All my other ailments except Diabetes, which runs in the family were, non existent in my blood works. A true Miracle of Science with Soul, the result’s baffled my Doctors and I have been part of their Research Program since then.<\/p>\n
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(SLE) Lupus<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nIn autoimmune diseases, the immune system turns against parts of the body it is designed to protect. This leads to inflammation and damage to various body tissues. Lupus can affect many parts of the body, including the joints, skin, kidneys, heart, lungs, blood vessels, and brain. Although people with the disease may have many different symptoms, some of the most common ones include extreme fatigue, painful or swollen joints (arthritis), unexplained fever, skin rashes, and kidney problems. (WebMD)<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Plaque Psoriasis<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nPlaque psoriasis causes raised, inflamed, red skin covered with silvery, white scales. These patches may itch and burn. It can appear anywhere on your body, but often pops up in these areas:<\/p>\n
\n- Elbows<\/li>\n
- Knees<\/li>\n
- Scalp<\/li>\n
- Lower Back<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
(WebMD)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nis a chronic inflammatory disorder that can affect more than just your joints. In some people, the condition also can damage a wide variety of body systems, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels.<\/p>\n
An autoimmune disorder, rheumatoid arthritis occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body’s tissues.<\/p>\n
The inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis is what can damage other parts of the body as well. While new types of medications have improved treatment options dramatically, severe rheumatoid arthritis can still cause physical disabilities. (Mayo Clinic)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Raynaud’s Disease (Scleroderma)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\ncauses some areas of your body \u2014 such as your fingers and toes \u2014 to feel numb and cold in response to cold temperatures or stress. In Raynaud’s disease, smaller arteries that supply blood to your skin narrow, limiting blood circulation to affected areas (vasospasm). (Mayo Clinic) My very first ailment, prior to my RA and SLE diagnosis. So painful it ended my hopes of graduating as an architect, and prompted me to move to CA from NJ for much warmer weather.<\/p>\n
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ED REYES : Welcome to my Fundraising Website for LLS.<\/h1>Please visit this Web site often and tell friends who would also like to donate!<\/p>\nOn behalf of blood cancer patients everywhere, thank you for your support!
\nFor more information about LLS, please visit www.lls.org<\/div><\/div>[vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1481579600168{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
Please join me in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to my fundraising campaign for Man or Woman of the Year. I am part of team working to raise as much as possible in a 10-week period. Every dollar I raise counts as one vote and the candidate who gets the most votes\/raises the most money is named the Man or Woman of the Year.<\/p>\n
But as you know, everyone wins when cancer loses, and thanks to your support, my efforts will help fund the therapies and treatments that save lives, not someday but today.<\/p>\n
Over the years, support from people like you has been responsible for the blood cancer advancements that have doubled, tripled, and in some cases quadrupled the survival rate for some blood cancers.<\/p>\n
Many LLS supported therapies not only help blood cancer patients, but are also now used to treat patients with rare forms of stomach and skin cancers and are in clinical trials for patients with lung, brain, breast, pancreatic and prostate cancers. And LLS funded drugs like targeted therapies and immunotherapies are now saving thousands of lives every day.<\/p>\n
We really are getting close to our goal of a world without blood cancers!<\/p>\n
All donations are greatly appreciated and tax deductible. They’ll not only support LLS research, but patient services, advocacy, public and professional education, and community services as well.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_text_separator title=”Mission Moment: Fire With Fire” color=”custom” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#cc0000″][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1490698040464{padding-top: 10px !important;}”]<\/p>\n
Hodgkin’s Lymphoma<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nformerly known as Hodgkin’s disease \u2014 is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of your immune system.<\/p>\n
In Hodgkin’s lymphoma, cells in the lymphatic system grow abnormally and may spread beyond the lymphatic system. As Hodgkin’s lymphoma progresses, it compromises your body’s ability to fight infection. (Mayo Clinic)<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Osteomyelitis + MRSA + E-Coli +\u00a0S<\/a>taph<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nis an infection of the bone, a rare but serious condition. Bones can become infected in a number of ways: Infection in one part of the body may spread through the bloodstream into the bone, or an open fracture or surgery may expose the bone to infection.
\nIn most cases, a bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus, a type of staph bacteria, causes osteomyelitis.<\/p>\n
Certain chronic conditions like diabetes may increase your risk for osteomyelitis. (WebMD)<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nis liver inflammation and damage caused by a buildup of fat in the liver. It is part of a group of conditions called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. You may be told you have a “fatty liver.” Many people have a buildup of fat in the liver, and for most people it causes no symptoms and no problems. But in some people, the fat causes inflammation and damages cells in the liver. Because of the damage, the liver doesn’t work as well as it should. NASH can get worse and cause scarring of the liver, which leads to cirrhosis. (WebMD)<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Type 2 Diabetes<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nonce known as adult-onset or noninsulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition that affects the way your body metabolizes sugar (glucose), your body’s important source of fuel. With type 2 diabetes, your body either resists the effects of insulin \u2014 a hormone that regulates the movement of sugar into your cells \u2014 or doesn’t produce enough insulin to maintain a normal glucose level. (Mayo Clinic)<\/p>\n
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LIFE or DEATH<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nFor most of my adult life starting back in the early 90\u2019s I have been suffering and treated for Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Plaque Psoriasis, Liver Cirrhosis, Type 2 Diabetes, and Hodgkin\u2019s Lymphoma.
\nThere is no cure for Lupus.<\/p>\n
My other ailments were being treated but it took a severe toll on my body. Unable to work I\u2019ve lost everything and was homeless. I was too ashamed to reach out for help from anybody. The day I was told I had Cancer devastated me, my family as well as my fiance Lalaine. I knew I did not want to be a burden for them. What made my recovery difficult was that having these existing conditions on top of my Hodgkin\u2019s Lymphoma, my road to recovery was going to be long and difficult and PAINFUL.<\/p>\n
Given 6 months to live in 09\/09\/09, A life saving Stem Cell transplant at City of Hope has given me a new lease on life.<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\nThe CURE\u00a0: My Own Stem Cell Transplant<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nMy body started to regenerate all new skin cells. My Lupus butterfly rash, Plaque Psoriasis that covered 40% of my body, my Arthritis and joint swelling gone, as well as the lymphoma was gone. All my other ailments except Diabetes, which runs in the family were, non existent in my blood works. A true Miracle of Science with Soul, the result’s baffled my Doctors and I have been part of their Research Program since then.<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
(SLE) Lupus<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nIn autoimmune diseases, the immune system turns against parts of the body it is designed to protect. This leads to inflammation and damage to various body tissues. Lupus can affect many parts of the body, including the joints, skin, kidneys, heart, lungs, blood vessels, and brain. Although people with the disease may have many different symptoms, some of the most common ones include extreme fatigue, painful or swollen joints (arthritis), unexplained fever, skin rashes, and kidney problems. (WebMD)<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Plaque Psoriasis<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nPlaque psoriasis causes raised, inflamed, red skin covered with silvery, white scales. These patches may itch and burn. It can appear anywhere on your body, but often pops up in these areas:<\/p>\n
\n- Elbows<\/li>\n
- Knees<\/li>\n
- Scalp<\/li>\n
- Lower Back<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
(WebMD)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nis a chronic inflammatory disorder that can affect more than just your joints. In some people, the condition also can damage a wide variety of body systems, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels.<\/p>\n
An autoimmune disorder, rheumatoid arthritis occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body’s tissues.<\/p>\n
The inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis is what can damage other parts of the body as well. While new types of medications have improved treatment options dramatically, severe rheumatoid arthritis can still cause physical disabilities. (Mayo Clinic)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Raynaud’s Disease (Scleroderma)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\ncauses some areas of your body \u2014 such as your fingers and toes \u2014 to feel numb and cold in response to cold temperatures or stress. In Raynaud’s disease, smaller arteries that supply blood to your skin narrow, limiting blood circulation to affected areas (vasospasm). (Mayo Clinic) My very first ailment, prior to my RA and SLE diagnosis. So painful it ended my hopes of graduating as an architect, and prompted me to move to CA from NJ for much warmer weather.<\/p>\n
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ED REYES : Welcome to my Fundraising Website for LLS.<\/h1>Please visit this Web site often and tell friends who would also like to donate!<\/p>\nOn behalf of blood cancer patients everywhere, thank you for your support!
\nFor more information about LLS, please visit www.lls.org<\/div><\/div>[vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1481579600168{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
Please join me in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to my fundraising campaign for Man or Woman of the Year. I am part of team working to raise as much as possible in a 10-week period. Every dollar I raise counts as one vote and the candidate who gets the most votes\/raises the most money is named the Man or Woman of the Year.<\/p>\n
But as you know, everyone wins when cancer loses, and thanks to your support, my efforts will help fund the therapies and treatments that save lives, not someday but today.<\/p>\n
Over the years, support from people like you has been responsible for the blood cancer advancements that have doubled, tripled, and in some cases quadrupled the survival rate for some blood cancers.<\/p>\n
Many LLS supported therapies not only help blood cancer patients, but are also now used to treat patients with rare forms of stomach and skin cancers and are in clinical trials for patients with lung, brain, breast, pancreatic and prostate cancers. And LLS funded drugs like targeted therapies and immunotherapies are now saving thousands of lives every day.<\/p>\n
We really are getting close to our goal of a world without blood cancers!<\/p>\n
All donations are greatly appreciated and tax deductible. They’ll not only support LLS research, but patient services, advocacy, public and professional education, and community services as well.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_text_separator title=”Mission Moment: Fire With Fire” color=”custom” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#cc0000″][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1490698040464{padding-top: 10px !important;}”]<\/p>\n
is an infection of the bone, a rare but serious condition. Bones can become infected in a number of ways: Infection in one part of the body may spread through the bloodstream into the bone, or an open fracture or surgery may expose the bone to infection.
\nIn most cases, a bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus, a type of staph bacteria, causes osteomyelitis.<\/p>\n
Certain chronic conditions like diabetes may increase your risk for osteomyelitis. (WebMD)<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nis liver inflammation and damage caused by a buildup of fat in the liver. It is part of a group of conditions called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. You may be told you have a “fatty liver.” Many people have a buildup of fat in the liver, and for most people it causes no symptoms and no problems. But in some people, the fat causes inflammation and damages cells in the liver. Because of the damage, the liver doesn’t work as well as it should. NASH can get worse and cause scarring of the liver, which leads to cirrhosis. (WebMD)<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Type 2 Diabetes<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nonce known as adult-onset or noninsulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition that affects the way your body metabolizes sugar (glucose), your body’s important source of fuel. With type 2 diabetes, your body either resists the effects of insulin \u2014 a hormone that regulates the movement of sugar into your cells \u2014 or doesn’t produce enough insulin to maintain a normal glucose level. (Mayo Clinic)<\/p>\n
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LIFE or DEATH<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nFor most of my adult life starting back in the early 90\u2019s I have been suffering and treated for Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Plaque Psoriasis, Liver Cirrhosis, Type 2 Diabetes, and Hodgkin\u2019s Lymphoma.
\nThere is no cure for Lupus.<\/p>\n
My other ailments were being treated but it took a severe toll on my body. Unable to work I\u2019ve lost everything and was homeless. I was too ashamed to reach out for help from anybody. The day I was told I had Cancer devastated me, my family as well as my fiance Lalaine. I knew I did not want to be a burden for them. What made my recovery difficult was that having these existing conditions on top of my Hodgkin\u2019s Lymphoma, my road to recovery was going to be long and difficult and PAINFUL.<\/p>\n
Given 6 months to live in 09\/09\/09, A life saving Stem Cell transplant at City of Hope has given me a new lease on life.<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\nThe CURE\u00a0: My Own Stem Cell Transplant<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nMy body started to regenerate all new skin cells. My Lupus butterfly rash, Plaque Psoriasis that covered 40% of my body, my Arthritis and joint swelling gone, as well as the lymphoma was gone. All my other ailments except Diabetes, which runs in the family were, non existent in my blood works. A true Miracle of Science with Soul, the result’s baffled my Doctors and I have been part of their Research Program since then.<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
(SLE) Lupus<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nIn autoimmune diseases, the immune system turns against parts of the body it is designed to protect. This leads to inflammation and damage to various body tissues. Lupus can affect many parts of the body, including the joints, skin, kidneys, heart, lungs, blood vessels, and brain. Although people with the disease may have many different symptoms, some of the most common ones include extreme fatigue, painful or swollen joints (arthritis), unexplained fever, skin rashes, and kidney problems. (WebMD)<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Plaque Psoriasis<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nPlaque psoriasis causes raised, inflamed, red skin covered with silvery, white scales. These patches may itch and burn. It can appear anywhere on your body, but often pops up in these areas:<\/p>\n
\n- Elbows<\/li>\n
- Knees<\/li>\n
- Scalp<\/li>\n
- Lower Back<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
(WebMD)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nis a chronic inflammatory disorder that can affect more than just your joints. In some people, the condition also can damage a wide variety of body systems, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels.<\/p>\n
An autoimmune disorder, rheumatoid arthritis occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body’s tissues.<\/p>\n
The inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis is what can damage other parts of the body as well. While new types of medications have improved treatment options dramatically, severe rheumatoid arthritis can still cause physical disabilities. (Mayo Clinic)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Raynaud’s Disease (Scleroderma)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\ncauses some areas of your body \u2014 such as your fingers and toes \u2014 to feel numb and cold in response to cold temperatures or stress. In Raynaud’s disease, smaller arteries that supply blood to your skin narrow, limiting blood circulation to affected areas (vasospasm). (Mayo Clinic) My very first ailment, prior to my RA and SLE diagnosis. So painful it ended my hopes of graduating as an architect, and prompted me to move to CA from NJ for much warmer weather.<\/p>\n
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ED REYES : Welcome to my Fundraising Website for LLS.<\/h1>Please visit this Web site often and tell friends who would also like to donate!<\/p>\nOn behalf of blood cancer patients everywhere, thank you for your support!
\nFor more information about LLS, please visit www.lls.org<\/div><\/div>[vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1481579600168{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
Please join me in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to my fundraising campaign for Man or Woman of the Year. I am part of team working to raise as much as possible in a 10-week period. Every dollar I raise counts as one vote and the candidate who gets the most votes\/raises the most money is named the Man or Woman of the Year.<\/p>\n
But as you know, everyone wins when cancer loses, and thanks to your support, my efforts will help fund the therapies and treatments that save lives, not someday but today.<\/p>\n
Over the years, support from people like you has been responsible for the blood cancer advancements that have doubled, tripled, and in some cases quadrupled the survival rate for some blood cancers.<\/p>\n
Many LLS supported therapies not only help blood cancer patients, but are also now used to treat patients with rare forms of stomach and skin cancers and are in clinical trials for patients with lung, brain, breast, pancreatic and prostate cancers. And LLS funded drugs like targeted therapies and immunotherapies are now saving thousands of lives every day.<\/p>\n
We really are getting close to our goal of a world without blood cancers!<\/p>\n
All donations are greatly appreciated and tax deductible. They’ll not only support LLS research, but patient services, advocacy, public and professional education, and community services as well.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_text_separator title=”Mission Moment: Fire With Fire” color=”custom” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#cc0000″][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1490698040464{padding-top: 10px !important;}”]<\/p>\n
once known as adult-onset or noninsulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition that affects the way your body metabolizes sugar (glucose), your body’s important source of fuel. With type 2 diabetes, your body either resists the effects of insulin \u2014 a hormone that regulates the movement of sugar into your cells \u2014 or doesn’t produce enough insulin to maintain a normal glucose level. (Mayo Clinic)<\/p>\n
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LIFE or DEATH<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nFor most of my adult life starting back in the early 90\u2019s I have been suffering and treated for Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Plaque Psoriasis, Liver Cirrhosis, Type 2 Diabetes, and Hodgkin\u2019s Lymphoma.
\nThere is no cure for Lupus.<\/p>\n
My other ailments were being treated but it took a severe toll on my body. Unable to work I\u2019ve lost everything and was homeless. I was too ashamed to reach out for help from anybody. The day I was told I had Cancer devastated me, my family as well as my fiance Lalaine. I knew I did not want to be a burden for them. What made my recovery difficult was that having these existing conditions on top of my Hodgkin\u2019s Lymphoma, my road to recovery was going to be long and difficult and PAINFUL.<\/p>\n
Given 6 months to live in 09\/09\/09, A life saving Stem Cell transplant at City of Hope has given me a new lease on life.<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\nThe CURE\u00a0: My Own Stem Cell Transplant<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nMy body started to regenerate all new skin cells. My Lupus butterfly rash, Plaque Psoriasis that covered 40% of my body, my Arthritis and joint swelling gone, as well as the lymphoma was gone. All my other ailments except Diabetes, which runs in the family were, non existent in my blood works. A true Miracle of Science with Soul, the result’s baffled my Doctors and I have been part of their Research Program since then.<\/p>\n
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(SLE) Lupus<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nIn autoimmune diseases, the immune system turns against parts of the body it is designed to protect. This leads to inflammation and damage to various body tissues. Lupus can affect many parts of the body, including the joints, skin, kidneys, heart, lungs, blood vessels, and brain. Although people with the disease may have many different symptoms, some of the most common ones include extreme fatigue, painful or swollen joints (arthritis), unexplained fever, skin rashes, and kidney problems. (WebMD)<\/p>\n
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Plaque Psoriasis<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nPlaque psoriasis causes raised, inflamed, red skin covered with silvery, white scales. These patches may itch and burn. It can appear anywhere on your body, but often pops up in these areas:<\/p>\n
\n- Elbows<\/li>\n
- Knees<\/li>\n
- Scalp<\/li>\n
- Lower Back<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
(WebMD)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nis a chronic inflammatory disorder that can affect more than just your joints. In some people, the condition also can damage a wide variety of body systems, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels.<\/p>\n
An autoimmune disorder, rheumatoid arthritis occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body’s tissues.<\/p>\n
The inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis is what can damage other parts of the body as well. While new types of medications have improved treatment options dramatically, severe rheumatoid arthritis can still cause physical disabilities. (Mayo Clinic)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n
Raynaud’s Disease (Scleroderma)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\ncauses some areas of your body \u2014 such as your fingers and toes \u2014 to feel numb and cold in response to cold temperatures or stress. In Raynaud’s disease, smaller arteries that supply blood to your skin narrow, limiting blood circulation to affected areas (vasospasm). (Mayo Clinic) My very first ailment, prior to my RA and SLE diagnosis. So painful it ended my hopes of graduating as an architect, and prompted me to move to CA from NJ for much warmer weather.<\/p>\n
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ED REYES : Welcome to my Fundraising Website for LLS.<\/h1>Please visit this Web site often and tell friends who would also like to donate!<\/p>\nOn behalf of blood cancer patients everywhere, thank you for your support!
\nFor more information about LLS, please visit www.lls.org<\/div><\/div>[vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1481579600168{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
Please join me in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to my fundraising campaign for Man or Woman of the Year. I am part of team working to raise as much as possible in a 10-week period. Every dollar I raise counts as one vote and the candidate who gets the most votes\/raises the most money is named the Man or Woman of the Year.<\/p>\n
But as you know, everyone wins when cancer loses, and thanks to your support, my efforts will help fund the therapies and treatments that save lives, not someday but today.<\/p>\n
Over the years, support from people like you has been responsible for the blood cancer advancements that have doubled, tripled, and in some cases quadrupled the survival rate for some blood cancers.<\/p>\n
Many LLS supported therapies not only help blood cancer patients, but are also now used to treat patients with rare forms of stomach and skin cancers and are in clinical trials for patients with lung, brain, breast, pancreatic and prostate cancers. And LLS funded drugs like targeted therapies and immunotherapies are now saving thousands of lives every day.<\/p>\n
We really are getting close to our goal of a world without blood cancers!<\/p>\n
All donations are greatly appreciated and tax deductible. They’ll not only support LLS research, but patient services, advocacy, public and professional education, and community services as well.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_text_separator title=”Mission Moment: Fire With Fire” color=”custom” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#cc0000″][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1490698040464{padding-top: 10px !important;}”]<\/p>\n
\nThere is no cure for Lupus.<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”] My body started to regenerate all new skin cells. My Lupus butterfly rash, Plaque Psoriasis that covered 40% of my body, my Arthritis and joint swelling gone, as well as the lymphoma was gone. All my other ailments except Diabetes, which runs in the family were, non existent in my blood works. A true Miracle of Science with Soul, the result’s baffled my Doctors and I have been part of their Research Program since then.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n In autoimmune diseases, the immune system turns against parts of the body it is designed to protect. This leads to inflammation and damage to various body tissues. Lupus can affect many parts of the body, including the joints, skin, kidneys, heart, lungs, blood vessels, and brain. Although people with the disease may have many different symptoms, some of the most common ones include extreme fatigue, painful or swollen joints (arthritis), unexplained fever, skin rashes, and kidney problems. (WebMD)<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n Plaque psoriasis causes raised, inflamed, red skin covered with silvery, white scales. These patches may itch and burn. It can appear anywhere on your body, but often pops up in these areas:<\/p>\n (WebMD)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n is a chronic inflammatory disorder that can affect more than just your joints. In some people, the condition also can damage a wide variety of body systems, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels.<\/p>\n An autoimmune disorder, rheumatoid arthritis occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body’s tissues.<\/p>\n The inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis is what can damage other parts of the body as well. While new types of medications have improved treatment options dramatically, severe rheumatoid arthritis can still cause physical disabilities. (Mayo Clinic)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\n causes some areas of your body \u2014 such as your fingers and toes \u2014 to feel numb and cold in response to cold temperatures or stress. In Raynaud’s disease, smaller arteries that supply blood to your skin narrow, limiting blood circulation to affected areas (vasospasm). (Mayo Clinic) My very first ailment, prior to my RA and SLE diagnosis. So painful it ended my hopes of graduating as an architect, and prompted me to move to CA from NJ for much warmer weather.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” animation_in_type=”transition.perspectiveLeftIn” animation_in_offset=”80″ animation_in_duration=”800″ animation_in_delay=”200″ css=”.vc_custom_1490488911327{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_column animation_in_type=”transition.perspectiveLeftIn” animation_in_offset=”80″ animation_in_duration=”800″ animation_in_delay=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1450339462320{margin-bottom: 30px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}”] On behalf of blood cancer patients everywhere, thank you for your support! Please join me in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to my fundraising campaign for Man or Woman of the Year. I am part of team working to raise as much as possible in a 10-week period. Every dollar I raise counts as one vote and the candidate who gets the most votes\/raises the most money is named the Man or Woman of the Year.<\/p>\n But as you know, everyone wins when cancer loses, and thanks to your support, my efforts will help fund the therapies and treatments that save lives, not someday but today.<\/p>\n Over the years, support from people like you has been responsible for the blood cancer advancements that have doubled, tripled, and in some cases quadrupled the survival rate for some blood cancers.<\/p>\n Many LLS supported therapies not only help blood cancer patients, but are also now used to treat patients with rare forms of stomach and skin cancers and are in clinical trials for patients with lung, brain, breast, pancreatic and prostate cancers. And LLS funded drugs like targeted therapies and immunotherapies are now saving thousands of lives every day.<\/p>\n We really are getting close to our goal of a world without blood cancers!<\/p>\n All donations are greatly appreciated and tax deductible. They’ll not only support LLS research, but patient services, advocacy, public and professional education, and community services as well.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_text_separator title=”Mission Moment: Fire With Fire” color=”custom” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#cc0000″][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1490698040464{padding-top: 10px !important;}”]<\/p>\n<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]<\/p>\nThe CURE\u00a0: My Own Stem Cell Transplant<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
(SLE) Lupus<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Plaque Psoriasis<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Raynaud’s Disease (Scleroderma)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
ED REYES : Welcome to my Fundraising Website for LLS.<\/h1>
\nFor more information about LLS, please visit www.lls.org<\/div><\/div>[vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1481579600168{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n