[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 176 (Tuesday, October 13, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E954]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING MISSY MELLOTT

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                            HON. JOHN JOYCE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 13, 2020

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Melissa 
Mellott for receiving the Encompass Health Rehab Patient Achievement 
Award,
  After her tumor removal surgery and subsequent complications, Melissa 
entered rehab at Encompass. At the time, she exhibited weakness in her 
left side, double vision, pain, and decreased strength and 
coordination. As a result of these symptoms, she often required 
assistance to do daily tasks and needed to wear a neck brace.
  Thankfully, Missy worked hard in rehab and experienced incredible 
progress. As a testament to her perseverance and hard work, Missy was 
able to walk out of the facility unassisted. Now at home, she has 
resumed many of the activities she enjoyed prior to the surgery, 
including gardening and walking.
  Missy's recovery journey is a shining example of hope and hard work. 
On behalf of Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District, I congratulate 
Missy Mellott on her remarkable work towards recovery, and I wish her 
every continued success.

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