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Martha Lillard, Last American to Use Iron Lung, Dies at 78

Martha Lillard, the last American to use an iron lung, has died at the age of 78. Diagnosed with polio as a child, she relied on the device for breathing assistance and faced significant health challenges, including long-haul COVID. Lillard was known for her resilience and ability to live independently despite her disabilities.

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Martha Lillard, the last American to use an iron lung, has died at the age of 78. Diagnosed with polio as a child, she relied on the device for breathing assistance and faced significant health challenges, including long-haul COVID. Lillard was known for her resilience and ability to live independently despite her disabilities.

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Last American to use an iron lung dies at 78 years old after childhood polio diagnosis

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Martha Lillard, Last American to Use Iron Lung, Dies at 78