THEME: “Provide an example of how you became an active participant in your care.”
Winners of the 11th Annual Essay Contest
“The Desperate Truth Seeker” – 1st Place Winner, 11th Annual Essay Contest
My greatest fear had suddenly become a chilling reality when tests confirmed that I’d inherited the same kidney disease that took my father’s life...
“The Black Binder”- 2nd Place Winner, 11th Annual Essay Contest
Dividers with tabs. Check.
Black Sharpie marker. Got it.
Hole punch and reinforcements. Ready to be used.
Big black binder. Perfect.
Crisp and wrinkled medical documents encircled me...
“A Trip to the Castle” – 3rd Place (Tie) Winner, 11th Annual Essay Contest
Once upon a time, there was a maiden named Lizabetta, who lived in the hamlet of Dialysisa in the shire of Healthia with her...
“Old-Fashioned Self-Discipline” – 3rd Place (Tie) Winner, 11th Annual Essay Contest
I savored each sip of my Starbucks tall decaf mocha with whipped cream and a mocha drizzle on top. Yet guilt pricked my conscience.
“Eliminate...