Gymnast Mary Lou Retton Battles Rare Pneumonia in ICU

Family Starts Fundraiser for Uninsured Retton's Medical Bills, Surpassing $450,000 in Donations Amid ICU Stay

Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton is battling a rare form of pneumonia and is currently in intensive care.
Despite some initial progress in recovery, Retton experienced a 'scary setback' according to her daughter, Shayla Kelley Schrepfer.
The family has established a fundraiser on Spotfund to help with Retton's uninsured medical bills, which has raised over $450,000 - far surpassing the initial goal of $50,000.
More than 8,200 people have donated to Retton's fundraiser, with one individual donating $50,000 to the cause.
Retton's health updates are primarily given through her daughters' social media accounts, emphasizing her progress and expressing gratitude for the support received.
Besides public contributions, the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee is also extending aid through its relief fund to aid the Olympian's family.