All articles tagged with #illness
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid was ruled out with an illness that later was revealed as appendicitis requiring surgery, forcing him to miss more time and fueling public skepticism about his health history; a radio host publicly apologized after mislabeling his illness, and Embiid’s recovery could take weeks and affect the team’s playoff chances.
Mets pitcher Nolan McLean didn’t join Team USA workouts due to illness, delaying his World Baseball Classic debut; he stayed in Port St. Lucie as a patchwork US staff was used for an exhibition against the Rockies, with the Mets hoping he’s well enough to start Wednesday.
The Warriors’ swap of Jonathan Kuminga for Kristaps Porzingis hasn’t paid off: Porzingis has missed most games due to a contagious illness, Curry is out with a knee issue, and Kerr walked back earlier POTS chatter, leaving Golden State টo navigate a murky path to the play-in as they try to stabilize a fragile season.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr said he misspoke by calling Kristaps Porzingis’ illness and supposed POTS diagnosis misinformation, calling it a stupid mistake and noting medical details are for professionals. Porzingis has been out with a contagious illness, with Kerr saying the issue is unrelated to any prior POTS diagnosis; the 7-foot-2 center has been limited in games since joining Golden State, recently returned to practice, and his status for Monday’s game versus the Clippers remains uncertain.
Capitals winger Tom Wilson is sidelined by an illness for tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers, after returning from Olympic duty with Team Canada in Italy. Ryan Leonard will slide into Wilson’s spot on the second line with Connor McMichael and Pierre-Luc Dubois, while Hendrix Lapierre moves to the fourth line. Washington also will be without defenseman John Carlson due to a lower-body injury. Wilson leads the team with 49 points in 50 games this season.
Belgian star Wout van Aert has been ruled out of Omloop Het Nieuwsblad due to illness, delaying his 2026 season debut; Visma-Lease a Bike announced a replacement for Saturday, with no illness details disclosed, and Van Aert is aiming to return soon, potentially lining up at the Ename Samyn Classic on Tuesday and Le Samyn later in the week.
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke disclosed that he was ill during his time aboard the International Space Station, a detail tied to his SpaceX Crew-11 mission and the crew’s Jan. 15, 2026 splashdown near San Diego.
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye missed a practice session due to illness as the team continues preparations for the upcoming Super Bowl.
Tony Romo said he was sick during the Bills-Jaguars wild-card broadcast and addressed online backlash in a SiriusXM interview, arguing he and CBS aim to entertain and inform even when moments don’t resonate; the piece notes his legacy as an electric caller early in CBS’ tenure, the ongoing criticism he faces, and that he’ll call the upcoming Bills-Broncos playoff game in Denver.
Pope Leo XIV held a personal meeting with people with illnesses and disabilities at the Paul VI Hall, offering blessings and Christmas wishes, emphasizing joy, love, and confidence in God's care during the holiday season.
Stephen Curry is expected to return for the Golden State Warriors' game against the Oklahoma City Thunder after missing three games due to illness, with the team taking a cautious approach to his recovery.
Multiple people at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland fell ill after opening a suspicious package containing an unknown white powder, leading to evacuations and an investigation, though no immediate threats were found and those affected are in stable condition.
Steph Curry will miss the Warriors' game against the Denver Nuggets due to a lingering illness, marking his second consecutive absence, while other key players like Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler are uncertain for the game.
Benson Boone, a rising star known for his powerful ballads, canceled his concert in Birmingham, England at the last minute due to throat illness but plans to reschedule and continue his tour in London.
Emma Heming Willis revealed that the first sign of Bruce Willis's illness, likely frontotemporal dementia (FTD), was the return of his childhood stutter, which she initially did not recognize as a warning sign. She shared her caregiving journey and the emotional impact of witnessing his personality changes, emphasizing the importance of awareness and support.