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EMS Dispatch Audio Describes Cardiac-Arrest Call At McConnell Home On Day Of Hospitalization
politics7 days ago

EMS Dispatch Audio Describes Cardiac-Arrest Call At McConnell Home On Day Of Hospitalization

ABC News reviewed EMS dispatch audio indicating an ALS response for an unconscious person at Sen. Mitch McConnell's Washington home on the same day he was hospitalized, with CPR noted and a cardiac‑arrest alert, though the audio does not identify the person. McConnell's spokesman says he is improving and working with staff while in hospital, and he has not returned to voting as the Senate remains out of session.

politics8 days ago

McConnell Remains Hospitalized as Recovery Progresses

Sen. Mitch McConnell remains hospitalized after a recent medical episode; his office says he is recovering and improving, working with staff on Kentucky and Senate matters while the Senate is out of session. The exact condition and reason for hospitalization were not disclosed, and a first-responder dispatch cited last month regarding a possible cardiac arrest has not been independently verified by Politico.

Paramedics Responded at McConnell Home as Hospitalization Was Publicized
politics9 days ago

Paramedics Responded at McConnell Home as Hospitalization Was Publicized

Paramedics were dispatched to a known address linked to Sen. Mitch McConnell on the day his office announced he had been hospitalized, to respond to a report of a cardiac arrest for an unconscious person. McConnell’s office has not disclosed the reason for his hospitalization, stating only that he is receiving excellent care and is continuing his recovery; there has been no public update on whether he remains hospitalized or will vote this week.

McConnell Found Unconscious in DC Home; Possible Heart Event Sends Him to Hospital
politics9 days ago

McConnell Found Unconscious in DC Home; Possible Heart Event Sends Him to Hospital

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell was found unconscious at his Washington, DC home in mid-June, with an EMS dispatch indicating CPR for cardiac arrest; he was rushed to a local hospital and was reported to be receiving excellent care as he recovers, with aides noting he remains engaged in Senate business. The 84-year-old has a history of health issues and falls, and had signaled stepping down as GOP leader in 2025 and would not seek re-election in 2026.

Eriksen collapses on pitch during Denmark-Ukraine friendly; conscious and hospitalised
sports1 month ago

Eriksen collapses on pitch during Denmark-Ukraine friendly; conscious and hospitalised

Danish footballer Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch during a friendly against Ukraine, regained consciousness, and walked to an ambulance as the match was abandoned. Doctors said his pacemaker/ICD is functioning and he will be hospitalised for further tests to determine the cause. Eriksen previously survived a cardiac arrest in 2021 and returned to play in 2022.

Eriksen Stable After On-Field Collapse in Denmark Friendly
sports1 month ago

Eriksen Stable After On-Field Collapse in Denmark Friendly

Denmark captain Christian Eriksen collapsed during a friendly against Ukraine in Odense but remains conscious and "doing well under the circumstances" after on-pitch treatment; he was taken to hospital for tests and his ICD appears to have functioned as designed. The match was abandoned as Eriksen will undergo further examinations, with teammates and fans showing support; this follows his 2021 cardiac arrest and subsequent return to professional football.

Dying-Brain Gamma Burst Sparks Debate on Near-Death Imagery
science1 month ago

Dying-Brain Gamma Burst Sparks Debate on Near-Death Imagery

A 2013 University of Michigan rat study found a brief, highly synchronized gamma-band surge in the 30 seconds after cardiac arrest, suggesting the dying brain remains highly coordinated and potentially linked to the vivid imagery reported in near-death experiences; later human data (2022 case and 2023 follow-ups) showed gamma activity in some dying patients, fueling debate about whether such brain activity underpins conscious experience or reflects other processes, while acknowledging the findings don’t settle the broader question of consciousness.

Bonnie Tyler Survives Cardiorespiratory Arrest in Portugal After Emergency Surgery
entertainment2 months ago

Bonnie Tyler Survives Cardiorespiratory Arrest in Portugal After Emergency Surgery

Bonnie Tyler, 74, was hospitalized in Faro, Portugal for emergency intestinal surgery when she suffered a cardiorespiratory arrest and was resuscitated. She later faced a second emergency while being treated after a medically induced coma, with doctors treating a general infection; her status remains unclear as representatives have not commented.

Bonnie Tyler in ICU after cardiac arrest; doctors optimistic about recovery
entertainment2 months ago

Bonnie Tyler in ICU after cardiac arrest; doctors optimistic about recovery

Bonnie Tyler, 74, was resuscitated after a cardiac arrest and is in intensive care in a Faro, Algarve, Portugal hospital, where doctors are treating an infection with high-dose antibiotics. She had previously undergone emergency appendicitis surgery and was placed in an induced coma to aid recovery. A friend said the medical team is positive about her progress as she prepares for a Jubilee tour that would take her across Europe, starting May 22 in Malta.

Nadia Farès, Star of The Crimson Rivers, Dies at 57
obituaries2 months ago

Nadia Farès, Star of The Crimson Rivers, Dies at 57

Moroccan-born French actress Nadia Farès, best known for The Crimson Rivers, died at 57 after being found unconscious in a pool and placed in an induced coma; her daughters said the death was due to cardiac arrest. Farès had battled health issues including brain surgery for a 2007 aneurysm and multiple heart surgeries, and she had been preparing a new action-comedy project while returning to acting in Marseille. An investigation into the pool incident in Paris has been opened as CCTV footage is reviewed.

Georgia teen’s flu complications cause rare cardiac arrest and death
health4 months ago

Georgia teen’s flu complications cause rare cardiac arrest and death

Bailey Cruse, a 16-year-old student at South Paulding High School in Paulding County, Georgia, died three days after flu-like symptoms led to sudden cardiac arrest and multi-organ failure; doctors say it’s rare for healthy teens to suffer such complications. Her family noted she had no preexisting conditions and was recovering at home before the sudden event, and the school will provide counselors upon return from winter break.

Former 'Big Brother' Star Mickey Lee Dies at 35 on Christmas
entertainment6 months ago

Former 'Big Brother' Star Mickey Lee Dies at 35 on Christmas

Mickey Lee, a former 'Big Brother' contestant known for her vibrant personality, died on Christmas at age 35 due to complications from the flu leading to cardiac arrests. She gained popularity for her authenticity and strength on the show and was remembered fondly by her family and fans. Her family had recently launched a GoFundMe to cover her medical expenses amid her health crisis.

entertainment6 months ago

'Big Brother' Alum Mickey Lee Dies at 35 After Health Complications

Mickey Lee, a 35-year-old former contestant on Big Brother, died on December 25 after suffering a series of cardiac arrests and being hospitalized earlier in the week. Her family announced her passing, highlighting her authenticity and the impact she had on fans and friends. Lee had a history of health issues, including a congenital heart hole and surviving a severe ATV accident. Tributes from fellow Big Brother alumni and host Julie Chen Moonves have poured in, remembering her spirit and resilience.