[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 42 (Friday, March 9, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E291]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CONGRATULATING MADISON FLEMING ON BEING NAMED 2018 NATIONAL AMBASSADOR 
                       OF HYDROCEPHALUS AWARENESS

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 9, 2018

  Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Madison Fleming 
as the 2018 National Ambassador of Hydrocephalus Awareness.
  Madison was diagnosed with Hydrocephalus, an incurable brain 
condition affecting one in every 500 newborns, only three weeks after 
she was born. As a result of her condition, Madison bravely endured 
multiple emergency brain surgeries, as well as eye surgeries, 
migraines, learning disabilities, and years of physical therapy.
  Madison courageously fought through these obstacles, and did not let 
them stop her from leading a successful life. Madison has competed in 
cross country, horseback riding, ice hockey, and lacrosse, which is a 
testament to her determination. She is also committed to her studies, 
and will be graduating high school a year early and will attend SUNY 
Jefferson in the fall of 2018. Madison aspires to become a Registered 
Nurse and dedicate her life to helping others. She is truly an 
inspiration.
  On behalf of New York's 21st District, I would like to recognize the 
fantastic example that Madison sets as the 2018 National Ambassador of 
Hydrocephalus Awareness. I am so proud of all Madison has achieved, and 
have no doubt that she will continue to accomplish great things in the 
years ahead.

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