Erin's Story
life on the line

Fourteen-year-old Erin Tharp is a star student, but then something happens that will change her life forever. When a mysterious illness sends her into a coma, doctors and family members are left desperately trying to solve the mystery. Six months later, Erin is still in a coma, and the family is hanging onto their last shred of hope for her future. Will something trigger Erin's awakening?

Episode Duration: 26 minutes and 48 seconds

Episode Number: 502

About Life on the Line:

The desire to overcome is at the core of everyone - especially those fighting disease, facing a natural disaster, or coping with a disability or battling mental illness.

Narrated by Lisa Ling, LIFE ON THE LINE is an inspiring look into the resilience of humankind.




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