Sydney shark attack victim reflects on 'second chance at life'
Leah Stewart's family had previously provided updates on her condition. On Sunday the mother-of-one wrote about her recovery for the first time.
Leah Stewart, a shark attack survivor from Coogee Beach, has given her first interview about her recovery two months after the incident. In a fundraising post, she expressed gratitude for the community's support and her newfound second chance at life, vowing not to squander it. After a critical condition at St Vincent's Hospital, Stewart underwent multiple surgeries, including the amputation of one arm.
She has been focusing on regaining independence and sees promising progress despite the arduous road ahead. The community's generosity, totaling over $500,000, covered her recuperation costs, home expenses, and potential future medical treatments. Her family and friends have been a pillar of support, with her daughter August being a constant source of comfort.
NSW has seen several shark attacks this year, leading to an expanded drone surveillance program covering 72 beaches.
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