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Seven Songs - Nicola
Nicola describes the loss of her independence as she became almost immobile and therefore dependent on others due to her disease. Nurse Mandy wonders from where Nicola found her strength, and is impressed by her ability to keep moving forward. The clip ends with Nicola and Mandy singing "Everybody Hurts" in unison.
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