Mary Lou Retton Reflects on Life-Altering Battle With Rare Pneumonia

The Olympic gold medalist shares her ongoing recovery journey after a severe health scare left her hospitalized and reliant on oxygen.

Retton was hospitalized for a month in 2023 due to a rare form of pneumonia.
Her condition was so critical that her daughters were called to say their goodbyes.
Despite surviving, Retton's lungs are permanently scarred, requiring lifelong recovery.
A crowdfunding campaign raised nearly $450,000 to help cover her medical expenses.
Retton continues to rely on daily oxygen and faces significant physical challenges.