‘Long road ahead’ as young woman paralysed by rare illness leaves hospital

PATRICIA INGLE yesterday stood from her wheelchair at the front entrance to the Mid-Western Regional Hospital.

‘Long road ahead’ as young woman paralysed by rare illness leaves hospital

With the help of her sisters Melissa and Kiera, the 22-year-old proceeded to take a tiny step out onto the hospital forecourt, a feat made possible by an irrepressible willpower.

Her family said this is one of the many awesome qualities which they are confident will help her tackle the challenges ahead.

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