Category Archives: Health Disparities

Eric De La Cruz: The Heart of Healthcare Reform

Posted on August 8, 2009 by

In Memoriam:  Eric De La Cruz,  July 4th, 2009, Rest In Peace Eric De La Cruz raised the bar on American courage.  His family continues to shine a light on love.  Due to strength of will, he and his family … Continue reading →

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Chris Klug: Ride of His Life

Posted on December 30, 2008 by

After years of training as a professional snowboarder and exteme sport athlete headed for the Olympics, Chris Klug developed Primary Sclerosing Cholangitits.   The clocked ticked for six years while he waited for a liver transplant until July 28th of 2000.  His … Continue reading →

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Gavin Griffin: Pink Hair

Posted on December 15, 2008 by

In this post, professional poker player Gavin Griffin and the nonprofit Realities for Children discuss how poker tournaments can be a platform for philanthropy. Gavin Griffin is a professional poker player and philanthropist who dies his hair pink for breast … Continue reading →

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Erica Sandoval: Inspired by Unity

Posted on December 15, 2008 by

Unity, the 7 year old daughter of Erica Sandoval, was the inspiration for her non-profit Exceptionally Excited Kids. Erica is an on-line champion who single handedly recruited over 5,000 people to send emails to congress in support of autism legislation. … Continue reading →

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