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Savior Siblings: One Family's Battle to Heal Their Daughter

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In 2007, the world was introduced to the extraordinary story of the Savior Siblings. The five children—Hannah, Peter, Sarah, Jamie, and Daniel—ranging in age from 9 to 17, were diagnosed with a rare genetic disFree Download called Fanconi Anemia. This life-threatening illness affects the bone marrow and immune system, and without treatment, most children with FA do not live past their teenage years.

The Match: Savior Siblings and One Family's Battle to Heal Their Daughter

by Beth Whitehouse

4.2 out of 5

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The Savior Siblings' parents, Sharon and Tim, were devastated by the diagnosis. But they refused to give up hope. They learned everything they could about FA and sought out the best possible treatment for their children.

In 2008, Hannah underwent a bone marrow transplant from her sister Sarah. The transplant was successful, and Hannah is now a healthy young woman. In 2010, Peter also underwent a bone marrow transplant from Sarah. He is also ng well and is now living a full and active life.

The Savior Siblings' story is a testament to the power of hope and determination. It is a story that will inspire you to never give up on your dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem.

The Savior Siblings' Story

The Savior Siblings were born into a loving and supportive family. Sharon and Tim are both teachers, and they have always been actively involved in their children's lives. When the children were diagnosed with FA, Sharon and Tim were determined to do everything they could to help them.

The first step was to find the best possible medical care for the children. Sharon and Tim consulted with doctors all over the world, and they eventually found a team of specialists at the University of Minnesota who were willing to take on their case.

The doctors at the University of Minnesota developed a treatment plan for the children that included bone marrow transplants and chemotherapy. The transplants were a risky procedure, but they were the children's only chance at survival.

The Savior Siblings underwent their transplants one by one. Hannah was the first, and she was followed by Peter, Sarah, Jamie, and Daniel. All of the transplants were successful, and the children are now healthy and thriving.

The Power of Hope

The Savior Siblings' story is a testament to the power of hope. When the children were diagnosed with FA, their parents were given little hope that they would survive. But Sharon and Tim never gave up on their children. They fought for them every step of the way, and their love and support helped the children to overcome the odds.

The Savior Siblings' story is an inspiration to us all. It shows us that anything is possible if we never give up on our dreams. No matter what challenges we face in life, we should always remember the story of the Savior Siblings and never give up on hope.

How to Help

There are many ways to help the Savior Siblings and other families affected by FA. You can donate to the Fanconi Anemia Research Fund, which funds research into new treatments for FA. You can also volunteer your time to help families with FA, or you can simply spread the word about this rare disease.

To learn more about the Savior Siblings, visit their website at www.saviorsiblings.org.

The Match: Savior Siblings and One Family's Battle to Heal Their Daughter

by Beth Whitehouse

4.2 out of 5