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Former Olympic wrestler and MMA star Ben Askren recovering from double lung transplant
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Former Olympic wrestler and MMA star Ben Askren, who has been hospitalized in Wisconsin after a severe case ...
Wrestler, MMA fighter Ben Askren recounts double lung transplant: ‘I only died four times’
Former Olympic wrestler and UFC fighter Ben Askren says his heart stopped four times, leading to him receiving a double lung ...
UFC Fighter Ben Askren 'Died 4 Times' Waiting for Double Lung Transplant
Askren is on the road to recovery after undergoing a double lung transplant and losing more than 50 lbs. during his illness ...
MMA Fighter Ben Askren Speaks Out From Hospital After Double Lung Transplant: ‘I Only Died 4 Times’
Former NCAA wrestling champion Ben Askren has shared a shocking health update after being hospitalized for the past month. On ...
Ben Askren shares health update after pneumonia, double lung transplant: 'I only died four times'
Askren transitioned to MMA after an amateur wrestling career that saw him represent the United States in the 2008 Summer ...
Ben Askren sends post from hospital after double lung transplant
Ben Askren gives first hospital update after double lung transplant, reflecting on his survival and wife’s support with ...
Emotional Ben Askren speaks from hospital bed: 'It was like I got to have my own funeral'
Ben Askren feels like he's attended his own funeral – but he hasn't. He's still alive. And not only that, he's now talking.
Friends of Olympic wrestler Ben Askren march in his honor at the Hartland parade
Olympic wrestler and former UFC fighter, Ben Askren, will be honored in his hometown as he faces a serious health challenge.
Ben Askren doesn't remember over a month of his life
Former UFC fighter and ex-Bellator and ONE champion Ben Askren knows he is lucky just to be alive. Askren is currently ...