[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 149 (Tuesday, September 17, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1163]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    CONGRATULATING BREENEN YINGLING

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                            HON. JOHN JOYCE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 17, 2019

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, it is my honor to 
congratulate Breenen Yingling, one of the recipients of this year's 
Encompass Health Personal Achievement Award.
  This past summer, Breenen and his brother were diagnosed with 
Friedreich's Ataxia. This disease affects balance, coordination, 
mobility, and the heart. There is no treatment or cure, but that has 
not deterred the boys. Following their diagnosis, they started selling 
blue ``Fight Ataxia'' bracelets and donated all proceeds to research.
  Since coming to Encompass Health, Breenen and his brother have always 
showed up with a fighting spirit and a positive attitude each session 
as they participate in aqua and land therapy to maintain muscle 
strength and mobility.
  It is thrilling to hear that Breenen was also able to help others in 
his program to push a little harder once they saw his work ethic.
  Congratulations once again to Breenen on the recognition.

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