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Michigan Teen Still Recovering Years After Mask Injury—Mom Urges Nation: "Don’t Forget What They Did"

Zander collapsed after being forced to wear a mask during basketball practice; his mother says his long recovery is a warning to never repeat the same mistakes.

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Dave Bondy
May 23, 2025
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Richelle Neuhaus says her son's life was forever changed during the COVID-19 pandemic—not from the virus, but from being forced to wear a mask during high-intensity sports practice.

Her son, Zander, was a junior at Clio High School when the pandemic lockdowns hit. He was active, healthy, and a dedicated student-athlete who played both basketball and base…

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