Alexandra mother on life support after influenza A progresses to pneumonia and sepsis
An Alexandra mother-of-two given a 10% survival chance after influenza A led to severe pneumonia and sepsis is showing early signs of lung recovery.
An Alexandra mother-of-two was admitted to life support after influenza A developed into severe pneumonia and sepsis. She was given just a 10% chance of survival. Her family says she has now begun showing the first signs that her lungs may be recovering.
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NZ Herald
Alexandra mum on life support after influenza A takes devastating turn
'It’s certainly not the national title anyone wants to aspire to,' her family says.
Newstalk ZB
Alexandra mum on life support after influenza A takes devastating turn
An Alexandra mother-of-two who was given just a 10% chance of survival after influenza A developed into severe pneumonia and sepsis is showing the first signs her lungs may be beginning to recover.
Stuff
Alexandra mum of two on life support after Influenza A infection, family says
Chloe was described as the “sickest person in New Zealand,” with just a 10% survival rate.