‘They saved my life’ COVID-19 vent survivor buys lunch for ICU, ER staff

Submitted / The Outlook Rhonda Gaskins delivered lunch to staff of Russell Medical’s ICU and emergency room staff Wednesday who were involved in her recovery from COVID-19 including Nancy Ammons, left, and Dr. Michele Goldhagen.

Rhonda Gaskins considers herself lucky.

Gaskins, a Dadeville real estate broker, found herself battling COVID-19 at Russell Medical just after Christmas. Less than two weeks later, including six days on the ventilator, Gaskins got a treat the night before discharge, Little Debbie Snack Cakes. Wednesday Gaskins returned the favor.

Cliff Williams is a staff writer for Tallapoosa Publishers.