Mackenzie continues to inspire everyone around her with joy that shines through her continued challenges that include loss of her sight and ongoing surgeries.
Three-year-old Mackenzie was prescribed antibiotics for a routine ear infection. No one could have imagined that this simple treatment would trigger a severe reaction, sending her to The Herb and Sue Ann Redl Pediatric Emergency Department at MidHudson Regional Hospital. As blisters and swelling rapidly spread across her tiny body, the team moved quickly to stabilize and comfort her. Mackenzie’s condition required more specialized care. She was transferred to WMCHealth’s Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, home to the region’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Doctors diagnosed Mackenzie with Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis — a rare and life-threatening disorder that affected not only her skin but also her mouth, throat and eyes. Mackenzie spent four months in the hospital bravely fighting for her life. Today, she is back home, with her six siblings and mother as she continues to captivate them with her infections smile, unstoppable spirit and love for singing and dancing. We hope you will consider making a gift to help ensure that children like Mackenzie receive life-saving care when they need it most. Please give to MidHudson Regional Hospital and Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital today!
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