Hans Russell’s Botulism Hospital Stay Please Help

Hello everyone.

I am writing to you on behalf of my dear friend Hans as he has fallen very ill. Hans has contracted botulism which is a rare kind of bacterial infection (likely from food or water) that causes paralysis of the entire body. Hans is currently mentally completely there and can understand what is going on but is only able to wiggle toes and squeeze fingers, this is his only way to communicate with us. His lungs are still in a state of paralysis so he is on a ventilator among many other machines to keep him going. It is likely that he will make a full recovery but will take months of intensive treatment(we are already starting to see his mobility improving).

While these interventions are helping, they are very expensive and we would like you and your loved ones to consider donating to ease his burdens.

If you know Hans, you are a lucky person he is a legendary kayaker, raft guide and paraglider. He loves to play guitar, ride his motorcycle, and enjoy a drink by a fire with good friends. He is also probably one of the funniest people you will meet and is still able to maintain his humor through hand squeezes these days.

Whatever you can manage even if it is only a few dollars can help to ease his financial strain on this long road to recovery. Thank you.