PHOTO: New England Patriots' Tedy Bruschi celebrates after
intercepting a pass from Philadelphia Eagles QB Donovan McNabb Feb. 6, 2005.
(AP Photo)
Tedy Bruschi: Status update
As has been widely reported, Tedy Bruschi was rushed to the hospital (Massachusetts
General Hospital) Wednesday afternoon/evening with what were reported to
be stroke-like symptoms. Bruschi's wife, Heidi, first called 911 on Wednesday
describing here husband's condition as headaches, blurred vision and numbness
on one side of his body.
Bruschi was taken by ambulance to MGH, where he was treated and underwent tests
to determine the cause of his illness. While reports have hit the wire ranging
from a broken blood vessel in his head to a mild stroke, team sources released
an official statement only describing the symptoms initially:
"After suffering from headaches earlier today, Tedy Bruschi was admitted
to Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. He is in good condition and will
be held for further evaluations. The Bruschi family appreciates everyone's concern,
but requests that you respect their privacy at this time."
Coverage continued throughout the day with some of Patriots Insiders speculating
on what might be wrong with the linebacker, and including personal
stories, which are best appreciated by those who know. The forums continued
to be an excellent source for regulars to keep up with Bruschi's condition as
the news and updates trickled in from other media outlets, all reporting the
same news.
News continued throughout Thursday with only one other item of note from the
team. Team spokesman, Stacey James, issued another release for the media on
Bruschi's condition:
"Tedy is in good condition and, as always, his spirits are high. He
is walking and talking normally and stressed that he would like to thank everyone
for keeping him and his family in their thoughts and prayers. The outpouring
of support has been overwhelming and the Bruschi family is very appreciative."
Later in the evening, worries had continued regarding Bruschi's condition,
more national media reported on Wednesday's news, and the local Boston media
had uncovered some more information on Bruschi's condition and location. According
to Newswire reports, Bruschi had a leaking blood vessel in his brain, and his
prognosis was good. Sources told the Globe that Bruschi was improving and signs
pointed to his condition being a temporary one.
The Herald had a report that Bruschi is staying at the Philip
House, an upscale section of MGH with private rooms for patients who wanted
privacy. This was a sign that Bruschi was improving as had he been in critical
or serious condition, it would be more likely that he would be in a different
section of the hospital for treatment.
The official team site had
more information on Bruschi in their weekly "In the news", recapping
what had been widely reported in the local papers already.
The Prognosis on Bruschi is good, and from what we're hearing, everyone expects
him to make a full recovery. Whether or not that includes football is an entirely
different matter. It's possible Bruschi will be discharged from the hospital
as early as today (Friday), so stay tuned. Look for breaking news on Bruschi,
on the message
boards, on
the Tipline, or in the Hot
News.
Read comments from Jets,
Ravens, Panthers
and Seahawk fans in
the the Bruschi
thread, as many football fans just love this guy and want to show their
support.
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