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“As a woman, you need to take control of your health. There's no harm in going in and getting checked out. Eventually, you have to ask yourself: 'Do I want to live at 100% or 80%?'”

Quote by Summer Sanders

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Summer Sanders, born on October 13, 1972, is a former American swimmer. She achieved great success at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics and the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, winning multiple gold and silver medals. Known for her exceptional speed and technique, Summer Sanders had a distinguished career filled with remarkable achievements. more

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