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NOVA•Season 53•Episode 9

The Battle to Breathe

8.0/10 · 28 votesSep 16, 202654 min

Ranked #3 of 13 in Season 53•+0.3 vs season avg

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Episode Summary

"The Battle to Breathe" is episode 9 of NOVA season 53. It scored 8.0/10 from 28 votes, ranking #3 of 13 episodes this season (season average 7.7). It aired on September 16, 2026.

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