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Former Team U.S.A. Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton is making “truly remarkable” progress after “fighting for her life” against a rare form of pneumonia last week, her daughter says.October 10, the 1984 gold medalist’s family revealed that she was in the intensive care unit, unable to breathe independently, and in need of financial assistance due to lack of health insurance.. “She is not able to breathe on her own. She’s been in the ICU for over a week now.
With nearly 8,000 contributors as of Sunday afternoon, Retton’s fundraiser for medical bills has passed $428,000.“Although she remains in the ICU, her path to recovery is steadily unfolding,” she said. “Her fighting spirit is truly shining! Her breathing is becoming stronger, and her reliance on machines is diminishing.
While many commenters gushed with good wishes and hope for Retton, others took the time to write critical things about Retton’s fundraiser due to her purported wealth and political affiliations.
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