Olivia
Age 8
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
Multiple Organ Defects
Olivia’s got talent! From hip-hop dance moves to piano performances, Olivia knows how to put on a show. She loves choir and participates in drama club, where she recently played a Scottish Terrier in the school’s production of “101 Dalmatians.”
Born with multiple organ defects, it’s a miracle Olivia is alive today. To date, she has undergone three surgeries and will need more in the future. But her spunky personality can’t help but shine through, even when faced with hard times. During one hospital visit someone made the mistake of mentioning that Olivia was sick; she was quick to respond that she just needed her heart fixed.
Olivia’s condition is not cured, and she will need continued cardiologic care. In spite of her obstacles, or maybe because of them, Olivia is as bright-eyed and spirited as ever. Her attitude and talents continue to inspire others to always achieve their best.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Champions
Champions is a Children's Miracle Network
Hospitals program that brings attention to the important work being done at its
170 children’s hospitals. It does this by honoring 54 remarkable kids who have
faced severe medical challenges, and helping them tell their stories.
The Champions program designates a child in every state who has bravely battled a serious injury or illness. The Champions represent the 17 million children treated at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals every year. The 2012 Champions have dealt with a wide variety of injuries and illnesses including genetic diseases, organ transplants and traumas, as well as various types of cancer.
The Champions travel for a week in September, first to Washington, D.C., where they traditionally meet with their state representatives on Capitol Hill and visit the White House. They then take a private chartered flight, provided by Delta Air Lines, to Orlando, Fla. While there, Champions meet Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals corporate partners, hospital representatives and media partners. These groups convene to celebrate a year of medical miracles during the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Celebration event at Walt Disney World Resort.
The Champions program designates a child in every state who has bravely battled a serious injury or illness. The Champions represent the 17 million children treated at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals every year. The 2012 Champions have dealt with a wide variety of injuries and illnesses including genetic diseases, organ transplants and traumas, as well as various types of cancer.
The Champions travel for a week in September, first to Washington, D.C., where they traditionally meet with their state representatives on Capitol Hill and visit the White House. They then take a private chartered flight, provided by Delta Air Lines, to Orlando, Fla. While there, Champions meet Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals corporate partners, hospital representatives and media partners. These groups convene to celebrate a year of medical miracles during the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Celebration event at Walt Disney World Resort.
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