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Honouring Kai: A life cut short by meningitis B

On May 29, Kai was enjoying a relaxing Saturday off, home from his first year at university. On May 30, he developed a headache and a fever. On June 1, he was disconnected from life support. This is how quickly meningitis B can ravage youth.
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Kristen finds her way to a full life with polycystic kidney disease

Life with polycystic kidney disease can feel like a runaway train. The progressive nature of the condition sometimes seems inexorable and those living with it are hungry for opportunities to take back control. For Kristen Walsh, the kitchen has become her control centre.