Amputees
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Model who lost leg to toxic shock syndrome now has second leg amputated
A model who lost her right leg after suffering from toxic shock syndrome (TSS) caused by a tampon has now also had her left leg amputated because of the same infection. Lauren Wasser, 29, posted a picture of herself with Amy Purdy - model, actress, Paralympic snowboarder and double amputee - following the operation. "Guys she's in recovery! She's out! Doctor called and said everything went well!" Ms Rovero wrote in a post three days ago.
- NewsYahoo Life
Injured hero from Aurora movie theater shooting seeks help
Joshua Nowlan, one of the heroes of the movie theater shooting in Aurora, Colo., in 2012, is to have his leg amputated as a result of his injuries, and is asking for help to pay his medical expenses.
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Model recounts horrific story of losing her leg to toxic shock syndrome
“They were telling my mum and my godfather to start preparing my funeral because there was no way I was walking out of there — it would have been a miracle,” 28-year-old model Lauren Wasser recalls about contracting toxic shock syndrome in 2012.
- NewsMashable
Mom uses Halloween costumes to help 3-year-old embrace her arm amputation
One of the best lessons any parent can teach their child is to embrace exactly who they are. It's especially important to instill this in them when they're little, so that they can grow up with a strong sense of self. One mom uses Halloween to do just that in the most amazing way. Simone Tipton, who resides with her family in Silverado, California, creates special Halloween costumes for her 3-year-old daughter, Scarlette. SEE ALSO: Parents, that children's smartwatch might not be a great idea S
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Toy Company Now Sells Bears That Embrace Physical Differences
The Vermont Teddy Bear Co. unveiled its Limb Loss & Limb Difference Bears this week, featuring stuffed bears that are missing arms and legs. “Occasionally, we would have a request for a bear with limb loss, but this is our first time officially introducing a bear with limb loss,” Vermont Teddy Bear product designer Cassandra Clayton told Vermont station NECN.
