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Mar 3
4m 10s

Julie Labes' Story

Hidden Brain
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After waiting in the ER for what felt like hours, Julie wondered if she was ever going to get the help she needed. Then, just as her pain became unbearable, a stranger stepped up to help — saving Julie's life in the process. 
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