Michelle’s Story

Michelle’s Story

Michelle has built a life filled with creativity, resilience, and a steadfast commitment to raising awareness about her health condition, Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID). Now 64 years old, she was diagnosed at 57. Michelle’s journey has not been easy,...
Archie’s Story

Archie’s Story

For most of his life, Archie Dowell lived with a series of unexplained health challenges that took him across the world in search of answers. Today, Archie lives in Sydney with his partner Keya and their children Barry and Indahli, embracing each day with newfound...
Chris’s Story

Chris’s Story

Chris experienced a profound shift in her life in September 2022 when she was diagnosed with Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID) along with B lymphocytopenia and intermittent neutropenia. This diagnosis came after years of dealing with vague health issues and...
Luke’s Story

Luke’s Story

Luke’s life took a significant turn when he was diagnosed with Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID) when he was 24 years old. For years, he had struggled with unexplained illnesses, often feeling persistently unwell. It wasn’t until he attempted to...
Caitlin’s Story

Caitlin’s Story

At the age of 26, Caitlin faced a turning point in her life when she was diagnosed with both Common Variable Immunodeficiency and Granulomatous Interstitial lung disease (GLILD). For Caitlin, this diagnosis came as a surprise; growing up, she had shown no symptoms...
Arlo’s Story

Arlo’s Story

In the bustling suburb of Victoria, eight-year-old Arlo embodies joy, determination, and the spirit of adventure. Arlo’s life is filled with exciting activities; he loves rock climbing, camping, and scouting. His mother, Mandy, walks alongside him as they embark on...