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In Memoriam: Claire Wineland, patient advocate, YouTube personality and OMED 2017 speaker

By The DO

09.04.18

Just a week after receiving a lung transplant, Claire Wineland, who had cystic fibrosis, has passed away. The 21-year-old captivated and inspired thousands with her honest, frank commentary on living with a progressive, life-threatening disease.