Born with a severe heart defect, 鈥楳ayor Manny鈥 thrives after a life-saving transplant
May 8, 2026
Doctors told Manny Rios鈥 mother her infant wouldn鈥檛 survive after being born with a severely underdeveloped heart. After three surgeries and a transplant, he went on to play high school sports. Now 19, he鈥檚 giving back to his community.