Laethisia's near-death experience | DW Documentary

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Caption: For many survivors, coming close to death can be a deeply confronting experience and one that can have a lasting impact. Laethisia Schimek is one of them. A competitive athlete, she nearly lost her life when an implanted wire pierced her aorta. She recounts important realizations that emerged from her experience.

Watch the full documentary “What does dying feel like” on the DW Document…

Caption: For many survivors, coming close to death can be a deeply confronting experience and one that can have a lasting impact. Laethisia Schimek is one of them. A competitive athlete, she nearly lost her life when an implanted wire pierced her aorta. She recounts important realizations that emerged from her experience.

Watch the full documentary “What does dying feel like” on the DW Document…

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