At just 24, model Lauren Wasser nearly lost her life to Toxic Shock Syndrome, a rare but deadly reaction linked to tampon use. What started as flu-like symptoms spiraled into a heart attack, organ failure, and gangrene. Doctors saved her life, but both of her legs had to be amputated.
The ordeal left her in a wheelchair and fighting depression, yet she refused to stay silent. Wasser now campaigns for transparency in menstrual products, warning about hidden toxins and pushing lawmakers to require ingredient labels.
Today, she’s not only back on the runway—nicknamed “fashion’s Girl with the Golden Legs”—but also a leading voice for women’s health, turning her personal tragedy into a mission to protect others.
