Today they took out 5 kg of fluids from my brother's body. Heart rate is floating around 99, which is GREAT. He is still having a little trouble breathing so they can't take him off the ventilator just yet. They are hoping to take the tube out on Sunday, which is also the last day of his Ribavirin treatment (for his upper respiratory system).

He is sleeping pretty peacefully right now, so i asked if i should come back in an hour and he nodded.

i'll continue to keep you guys updated. Thanks again for all your support, comments, prayers, thoughts... every chance i get, i tell my brother about how much love he is getting from everyone!