Fox News Article – 42-Year-Old Woman Shares Inspirational Journey After Flu Costs Her Limbs
Published: November 13, 2023, 6:01 p.m. ET
For most, the flu means a bout of sickness and a return to normal life. But for Kristin Fox, the virus led to the loss of her arms and legs, creating a long, challenging journey to a new normal. Fox, a mother and high school principal in Ohio, was struck by the flu just days before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, leaving the world in turmoil. Despite receiving a flu vaccine, Fox tested positive, and her condition quickly worsened. To her shock, she ended up on a ventilator within a matter of days. The flu had led to severe complications, including bacterial pneumonia and organ failure. Fox was in a medically-induced coma for weeks, and doctors had to amputate her legs and arms in a desperate attempt to save her life. However, Fox considers herself lucky to still have some range of motion in her arms.
Her journey to recovery involved months of intense physical therapy and learning to adapt to her new prosthetics. Now, Fox, a quadruple amputee, is back to work as an assistant principal and inspiring her students, as well as anyone who hears her story. Her message of perseverance and resilience has resonated with many, and she continues to be a source of strength and hope for those facing their own challenges. “I’ve never had a tough day – I have tough moments,” says Fox. Her story is a testament to the power of the human spirit and overcoming adversity.
