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News Articles: Series: My Unsung Hero from Hidden Brain

Adrianne Drazin recounts an overseas trip and the unlikely help she received.

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A mother of 3 was struggling at the airport. Then the 'mom tribe' swung into action

Adrianne Drazin was on a long overseas flight with her baby and two young children. After she exited the plane, she noticed a family nearby waiting for something.

August 16, 2023
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  • Laura Kwerel
Jackson and his barber, Ree.

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  • National

A boy on the autism spectrum struggled with a haircut. His barber saved the day

Getting haircuts was one of Jackson's biggest fears. But one barber's patience and creativity made the ordeal something he now looks forward to.

August 09, 2023
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  • Autumn Barnes
One afternoon in 2003, Susan Dickman spotted six missed calls from the hospital and raced over to check on her dad.

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She was in panic mode at the hospital. A kind gesture offered a moment of calm

One afternoon in 2003, Susan Dickman was finishing her workday when she spotted six missed calls from the hospital. Her dad, who had recently been diagnosed with leukemia, was there for a biopsy.

August 01, 2023
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  • Autumn Barnes and
  • Laura Kwerel
Julia Minson and her mom.

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A doctor leaves a lasting impression on a woman caring for her dying mom

When her mother was struggling with late-stage cancer, Julia had a conversation with a doctor that made her feel heard.

July 27, 2023
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  • Laura Kwerel and
  • Autumn Barnes
John Kindschuh is now a father of three children.

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  • National

John was talking with a fellow patient — who noticed his speech rapidly declining

In 2013, John Kindschuh was admitted to a hospital in St. Louis with dizziness. His roommate alerted staff that his condition — later diagnosed as a massive stroke — was deteriorating.

July 17, 2023
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By:
  • Laura Kwerel and
  • Autumn Barnes
Yvonne (left) and Susan (right).

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  • National

A mom recalls stylist who took a chance on her when she couldn't afford a haircut

Susan Haas was locked in a custody battle and desperately needed a haricut. One hairdresser's generosity gave her the boost she needed to keep going.

July 07, 2023
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  • Laura Kwerel
Barbara Romero and her son Daniel.

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  • National

A mother's understanding of her son is transformed with a single phone call

Barbara spent years trying to understand her son's difficult behavior. Then someone said something that made her realize that it was no one's fault.

June 28, 2023
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By:
  • Laura Kwerel and
  • Autumn Barnes
More than 30 years ago, Abraham Verghese took a chance on his dreams.

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A dying patient inspired this doctor to follow his dream to become a writer

Physician Abraham Verghese reflects on a defining moment in 1985, when one of his terminally ill patients reminded him to follow his dreams.

June 21, 2023
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  • Tara Boyle,
  • Laura Kwerel,
  • and 1 more
Daniel Willingham and his daughter, Esprit.

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A father needed to get to his daughter in the ICU. A stranger helped him get there

When Daniel Willingham's daughter ended up in the ICU, an unsung hero stepped up to help him get there.

June 16, 2023
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By:
  • Brigid McCarthy and
  • Autumn Barnes
Andy Davis was fit and active when he was diagnosed with heart failure.

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In a time of grief, a stranger's family gave him the ultimate gift

Andy Davis honors his heart donor and her family, who gave him the gift of life during a time of intense grief.

June 13, 2023
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By:
  • Brigid McCarthy and
  • Laura Kwerel
Evelyn Flores has been inspired to become a teacher herself.

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When a second grader doesn't have lunch, a teacher steps in to save the day

It took a teacher to spot that Evelyn Flores didn't have any food. The hour that followed set the young student on a path to teaching.

May 30, 2023
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By:
  • Ryan Katz and
  • Autumn Barnes
Leah Bartell in 1994.

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  • National

2 men cornered her on a dark street. Then she saw a car, and a glimmer of hope

Leah Bartell was walking home from a friend's house early one morning when she was approached. She has a message for the strangers who stepped in to help.

May 19, 2023
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  • Laura Kwerel
Bill Price, circa 1971, shortly before his fateful encounter.

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  • National

A simple act of kindness changed the trajectory of a young man's life

Some 50 years ago, Bill Price found himself alone at an event. Then someone turned and said, "Would you like to join us?" That moment changed the trajectory of his life.

May 16, 2023
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By:
  • Laura Kwerel and
  • Autumn Barnes
Heather Church says she doesn't know what could have happened if someone didn't come to her rescue.

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  • National

When she slipped on the stairs in a busy store, a savior rushed to catch her

Heather Church will never forget the day, many years ago, when she slipped on the stairs at a clothing store. As she began to fall backward, someone rushed to help.

May 03, 2023
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  • Laura Kwerel
Alan Ayers in 1970 and today, reflecting on what could have happened.

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  • National

A pilot takes a big risk to save a skydiver's life

In 1970, Alan Ayers was preparing himself for a skydiving competition in Gainesville, Florida. It wasn't the first time he'd jumped out of a plane, but it was almost his last.

April 30, 2023
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  • Brigid McCarthy and
  • Autumn Barnes
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