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Grandfather of 14 survives life-threatening aortic dissection

Lawrence Godfrey woke up one day and knew something wasn't right. Thankfully, doctors were able to quick diagnose and treat his aortic dissection.

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Grandfather of 14 survives life-threatening aortic dissection