Chris Hennessy: Touched by Hannah, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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Touched by Hannah: A Father's Journey Through Cancer, Love, and Medical Miracles

When Chris Hennessy received his aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis at age 52, nothing could have prepared him for the devastating dual battle ahead-fighting cancer while watching his one-pound premature daughter wage war for every breath during an 84-day NICU odyssey.

This gripping medical memoir and love story chronicles two simultaneous fights for life. After years of fertility struggles , Chris and wife Betsy finally conceived Hannah, only to face Chris's cancer diagnosis and radical prostatectomy surgery . When Hannah arrived at 26 weeks gestation , weighing less than a quart of milk, both found themselves in battles for survival.

From Stanford Hospital's cancer ward to Good Samaritan's NICU , Chris confronts DVT blood clots , post-surgical infections , and watching his micropreemie fight for life. With humor and honesty, he reveals cancer treatment truths and the transformative experience of kangaroo care.

This transcends typical medical crisis memoirs -it's an inspirational testament to marriage under pressure . Their bond anchors the family through agonizing decisions: Should they authorize a PICC line into Hannah's heart? They navigate cancer recovery and premature birth trauma.

The memoir explores resilience, community support , and finding light in darkness. From church congregation support to fellow NICU families , Chris shows how crisis reveals compassion. His philosophy of choosing laughter over despair provides a roadmap for conquering challenges.

The narrative tackles mortality, parenting through illness , and protecting children from suffering. Their transformation to cancer survivors showcases the profound father-daughter connection.

This true story unveils NICU life -monitors, feeding tubes , brain scans , and victories marking preemie progress . Readers experience first skin-to-skin contact and connections with NICU families