Michael Norgard is a UA Local 26 Pipefitter Apprentice had an emergency surgery for an infection in his spine on November 18th and is recovering in the hospital. The doctors won't know for a few more weeks if the infection and surgery will allow Michael to have limited if any function of his legs again. Michael will need extensive rehabilitation to regain his ability to walk. He has limited medical coverage left and will need help with COBRA payments to stay on his coverage thru his treatment. Brothers and Sisters please consider helping with his upcoming medical costs