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Kitty cracks the code

For brain tumor patient Kitty Smith, the secret to tackling her recovery is to face it “one little goal at a time.”

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No shrinking violet

Violet Rohrer will do what it takes to fight peritoneal cancer, including clinical trials of promising new drugs.

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Living, not just staying alive

An implanted heart pump saved Terry Jacobs’ life. Now he’s more active than he’s been in 20 years.

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‘This is a love story’

Kay and Ken Huddleston face Alzheimer’s—and still make time for date night.

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Skin-to-skin time with dad

Like many fathers of preemies, Josh Thurman helps his daughter grow with the power of touch.

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‘She’s perfect’

Born with a rare disorder that causes visual impairment, Luna is a 2-year-old girl who is full of surprises.

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Your top stories of 2016

From inspirational to informational, Health Beat delivers you a daily dose of stories you don't want to miss. Here are the best of the best from 2016.

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Unstoppable: The inspiring journey of Kiden Kee

'I’m different and I’m OK with that. I know that I’m pretty.'

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Car seat safety program credited for helping toddlers remain unharmed in head-on crash

A West Michigan mom credits a car seat safety program for helping her young daughters remain unharmed in a head-on crash.

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‘I do everything now’

After doctors installed a small device in his spine, Don Ferris is enjoying a life without back pain—for the first time in years.

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Hope floats cancer survivor Bert Elliott

A positive attitude, revolutionary treatment and a big heart leave cancer in her wake.

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‘Be optimistic about the outcome’

Anne Stoll faced a worrying diagnosis of ovarian cancer—but she persevered with her health team. 'I faced my worst fears and overcame them,' she says.