We live among bacteria. And bacteria live on and within us. In fact, we rely on bacteria for aid in digestion, keeping our skin healthy and our metabolism functioning. But certain bacteria or too much of certain bacteria can cause us grievous harm. Our family learned that the hard way, …
Ninth Annual Fight C. diff Gala On Friday, October 26th, the Peggy Lillis Foundation (PLF) hosted its Ninth Annual FIGHT C. DIFF Gala in Brooklyn, New York. Through the generosity of 175 guests and sponsors, we raised more than $100,000 to support PLF’s mission of building a nationwide movement to …
During C. Diff Awareness Month, I’m so thankful to the Peggy Lillis Foundation for their work and the chance to tell you my story with the hope that I might be able to bring renewed energy to your battle against C. Diff. ~ Kristie KaleMeKristie There is irony in …
Do You Have An Antibiotic Habit? I hung my head, resting my hands on my very pregnant belly, trying to calm the early contractions as our 22 month-old daughter lay in the hospital bed, terribly sick and afraid. Her little brown curls framed her sunken and pale face, acting as …
November is C. diff Awareness Month. Peggy Lillis Foundation is looking forward to working with you to raise awareness of this growing public health threat. The C. diff Foundation established November as our shared awareness month a couple of years ago. PLF is excited to be joining them, the Mayo Clinic and …
