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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: July 9, 2019

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Joshua Nowack posted an update
5 years ago (August 1, 2021)
Scars fade. Time passed. Indeed, heart valve disease and the fight for my life is a part of who I am. I'm encouraged by everyone's stories here. We fear what's involved with surgery. We support one another. as we research options. And then we celebrate our recoveries. Here's to celebrating... Read more.
5 years ago (August 1, 2021)
Lovely post.
5 years ago (August 2, 2021)
Happy Second Anniversary, Joshua! Wishing you many, many decades of future celebrations!
5 years ago (August 2, 2021)
So nicely said, Joshua. We are bonded by the common experience that we all journey successfully through. The human touch made all the difference in the world. You made my morning. :)
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
5 years ago (August 2, 2021)
Congratulations Joshua. Well said. Continued good health and God bless you
4 years ago (August 20, 2021)
Thank you everyone for your kind words. Gd bless and continued health to you all.
Joshua Nowack posted an update
6 years ago (October 21, 2019)
Well, today is 90 days. While I'm still a little sore, yesterday I ran my first running race in quite some time. My time was not my personal best but I far exceeded my expectations. I've heard of the couch to 5k apps and they usually work in a 3... Read more.
6 years ago (October 21, 2019)
Joshua, Awesome progress, continued success in your recovery.
6 years ago (October 21, 2019)
wow. great job. keep grinding
6 years ago (October 21, 2019)
That is amazing progress.
6 years ago (October 22, 2019)
Thank you, team! Feels just awesome!
Joshua Nowack posted an update
6 years ago (September 2, 2019)
So I'm five weeks post mitral repair. I've had three weeks of cardiac rehab and it's amazing how quickly I'm recovering. Took a slow jog tonight. My first since diagnosis in February. It felt so great to break into a stride. Jogged two miles - slow pace - after all... Read more.
6 years ago (September 3, 2019)
Great to hear! It is amazing how our bodies heal...
6 years ago (September 4, 2019)
Thanks, Marie. Yes..our bodies are downright amazing.
6 years ago (September 7, 2019)
Ahhhh, the joy jogging brings, I remember that moment.

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