"Five years ago, Ann Noble Carlton got a second chance at life when doctors replaced her failing heart with a healthy donated one. Today, she needs another. The 23-year-old is suffering from coronary artery disease, a condition that leaves her susceptible to a massive heart attack. And Carlton contributed to her situation by occasionally failing to take the daily medication that helps protect her transplanted organ - a problem common among young transplant recipients, experts say, but underreported" - al.comMonday, February 9, 2009
Wait for third heart is tough lesson for Alabama transplant recipient
"Five years ago, Ann Noble Carlton got a second chance at life when doctors replaced her failing heart with a healthy donated one. Today, she needs another. The 23-year-old is suffering from coronary artery disease, a condition that leaves her susceptible to a massive heart attack. And Carlton contributed to her situation by occasionally failing to take the daily medication that helps protect her transplanted organ - a problem common among young transplant recipients, experts say, but underreported" - al.com
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