Snowboarder Amy Purdy Had a 2% Chance of Survival, Now Has Two Paralympic Medals

Snowboarder Amy Purdy was given just a 2 percent chance at survival when she was diagnosed with meningitis at 19 years old. How did she beat the odds to become a Paralympian? Watch above to see how Purdy overcame adversity to medal in the Paralympics and inspire others. 

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