UMHS Students Raise Funds for Double Lung Transplant for 15-Year-Old Boy with Cystic Fibrosis

By Robertino Simpson

Every breath we breathe is a gift and should be cherished. Life is reverent and is respected by all, regardless of class, color or creed.

It was a great honor for the UMHS Student Government Association (SGA) to join forces with the Hispanic American Medical Student Association (HAMSA) here at UMHS to help 15-year-old Seth Davis with his fight against cystic fibrosis. Cystic fibrosis is a life-threatening disorder that causes severe damage to the lungs and digestive system.

(Photo, inset right, above) FUNDS FOR SETH DAVIS: 15-year-old Seth (center) has cystic fibrosis & needs a double lung transplant. UMHS students & the university have raised over $2,000 U.S. to help Seth. Photo: UMHS

The UMHS Student Government Association held a Halloween-themed party; it was a great success, we donated a portion of our proceeds to this cause (a short post on the Monster Mash event will be published later this week in the UMHS Endeavour).

HAMSA held an event entitled “HAMSA Fest," which was a cultural festival that celebrated the Hispanic culture; it was a showcase of Hispanic foods, music and dance, and it was well supported by the student population and faculty. Together, along with the University, we donated over $2,000 U.S. dollars.

The funds donated will assist Seth Davis with his double lung transplant. As an aspiring physician, it is humbling to be able to assist in the fight against disease and the promotion of health. We are standing with you. Keep strong, and good luck, Seth.

(Top photo) UMHS STUDENTS GIVE BACK: UMHS students take time from their busy study schedules to help worthwhile causes, such as raising money for Seth Davis, a boy with cystic fibrosis needing a double lung transplant. Photo: UMHS SGA

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