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Melissa Korn’s story: Recognizing Pulmonary Embolism Symptoms Can Save Lives, NBCA
Aug 17, 2025, 07:31

Melissa Korn’s story: Recognizing Pulmonary Embolism Symptoms Can Save Lives, NBCA

The National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA) shared an impactful post featuring the story of Melissa Korn, Wall Street Journal’s Deputy Bureau Chief, on LinkedIn:

Melissa, an editor at the Wall Street Journal, ignored stabbing chest pain and shortness of breath after surgery.

When she finally went to the ER, doctors found massive blood clots in both lungs that could have killed her.

Her story is a reminder: never ignore sudden, severe symptoms like chest pain, trouble breathing, or weakness. It could save your life.”

Read the article here.

Article: I Finally Listened to My Body. It Saved My Life.

Authors: Melissa Korn

Melissa Korn's story: Recognizing Pulmonary Embolism Symptoms Can Save Lives, NBCA

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