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Heart Attack Survivor

Duanne is thankful after surviving a nearly fatal heart attack at the age of 54.

February 20, 2019
Duanne Ackerman
Duanne Ackerman.

"Years of exercise and 5-mile marathons didn't stop a nearly fatal heart attack at the age of 54. But thanks to the Lord, a healthy lifestyle and the team of experts at Osceola Hospital's Heart and Vascular Institute and Hunter's Creek ER, I am back to working out, enjoying time with my family and spreading the word about heart disease. It can happen to anyone!"

 

Published:
February 20, 2019
Location:
HCA Florida Osceola Hospital

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