Undergoes double mastectomy
Wilson says she has had a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery, after getting a second opinion after being given an all clear:
I have taken a leave from the play Fish in the Dark to deal with a personal health issue. Last week, with my husband by my side, and with the love and support of family and friends, I underwent a bilateral mastectomy and reconstruction for breast cancer after a diagnosis of invasive lobular carcinoma. I am recovering and most importantly, expected to make a full recovery. Why? Because I caught this early, have excellent doctors and because I got a second opinion…A friend who had had breast cancer suggested I get a second opinion on my pathology and my gut told me that was the thing to do. A different pathologist found invasive lobular carcinoma. His diagnosis of cancer was confirmed by, yet, another pathologist. I share this to educate others that a second opinion is critical to your health. You have nothing to lose if both opinions match up for the good, and everything to gain if something that was missed is found, which does happen. Early diagnosis is key.
I feel blessed to have a loving, supportive husband, family, friends and doctors and that I am the beneficiary of advances in the field of breast cancer and reconstruction. I am getting better every day and look forward to renewed health. I hope this will encourage others to get a second opinion and to trust their instincts if something doesn’t ‘feel’ right.
Knee injury requires surgery
Craig has surgery to repair a knee injury sustained while filming scenes for Spectre. Eon Productions said he had had a “minor procedure” in New York during a break in production over Easter. Spokesperson:
During a scheduled break, Daniel Craig had arthroscopic surgery to repair his knee injury. He will rejoin production on April 22nd at Pinewood.
Baton twirl injury needs 14 stitches
Lee Roth has to get 14 stitches to his nose after he injures it during a baton twirling segment on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Kimmel:
He clips his nose and actually moves the nose. The world of baton twirling is very dangerous. He came offstage and our medic was trying to stop the bleeding. There was good deal of blood. David wanted to put duct tape on it…Immediately after the show he went to the hospital and the doctor put 14 stitches in his nose.
Hospitalized
After becoming ill at her home, Mitchell is rushed to the hospital by paramedics. On the way to the hospital, Mitchell was alert.
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Brain tumor treated in India
Rice has CyberKnife robotic radio surgery in Bangalore, India to treat brain tumor which can not be treated using regular surgery methods.
When they tell you they can do nothing about the medical condition in SA and you are going to die, you need to have a plan B in place. That was my plan B. You have to be proactive.
The surgery is successful.
It went very well and I feel good. It went much better than I had expected. You cannot believe how fantastic the technology is (in India). I experienced no pain during the treatment and the fear that the cancer would spread to my left has also dissipated. I received CyberKnife treatment for three hours.
Ovaries removed
Jolie undergoes a laparoscopic bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy to have her ovaries removed, after her doctor warns her that she could have cancer. She is entering early menopause and can no longer have children. Describing the process:
Your CA-125 is normal,” he said. I breathed a sigh of relief. That test measures the amount of the protein CA-125 in the blood, and is used to monitor ovarian cancer. I have it every year because of my family history. But that wasn’t all. He went on. “There are a number of inflammatory markers that are elevated, and taken together they could be a sign of early cancer.” I took a pause. “CA-125 has a 50 to 75 percent chance of missing ovarian cancer at early stages,” he said. He wanted me to see the surgeon immediately to check my ovaries.
I went through what I imagine thousands of other women have felt. I told myself to stay calm, to be strong, and that I had no reason to think I wouldn’t live to see my children grow up and to meet my grandchildren. I called my husband in France, who was on a plane within hours. The beautiful thing about such moments in life is that there is so much clarity. You know what you live for and what matters. It is polarizing, and it is peaceful. That same day I went to see the surgeon, who had treated my mother. I last saw her the day my mother passed away, and she teared up when she saw me: “You look just like her.” I broke down. But we smiled at each other and agreed we were there to deal with any problem, so “let’s get on with it.
Regardless of the hormone replacements I’m taking, I am now in menopause. I will not be able to have any more children, and I expect some physical changes. But I feel at ease with whatever will come, not because I am strong but because this is a part of life. It is nothing to be feared.
Moved to rehab
Brown, is being moved from Emory University Hospital to an undisclosed rehabilitation facility in Georgia. Although she remains in a medically induced coma and is dependent on a ventilator to breathe, Brown’s family remains hopeful she’ll recover, and have asked the public to keep her in their prayers. Family:
Though it seems the odds are against her, though Doctors don’t see any hope for change, though it looks like it’s impossible for her to ever stand again, still pray for BK [Bobbi Kristina].
Injures hand
Depp injures his hand while in Australia for Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. He was not on set, nor was he filming at the time. Depp is returning to the Unites States to have surgery. The release date of the film remains unchanged.
Undergoes surgery
Ford undergoes surgery to repair a broken pelvis and ankle following his plane crash. Ford’s spokeswoman, Ina Treciokas:
[His injuries are] not life-threatening, and he is expected to make a full recovery.
Hospitalized
Logan is rushed to a DC area hospital for internal bleeding. She remains in the hospital while she recovers from the digestive disease diverticulitis. CBS spokesperson:
We wish Lara a very speedy recovery.
Suffers seizures
After Brown suffers seizures when taken out of medically induced coma doctors return her to a coma again. Source:
This is a horrible setback. Everyone was hopeful that this was the sign that she’d turned the corner. We were so optimistic. Bobby is taking this so hard; he was sure this was going to be a good day.
Suicide attempt
Moore is hospitalized after attempting to commit suicide by overdosing on Xanax and Patron. Moore records a video explaining to his children the reason for his suicide attempt. He is released from the hospital and is now undergoing therapy. Moore’s manager:
At this time, Mr. Moore is focused on getting the help he needs and moving forward with his life to live it to the fullest. He has a bright future ahead of him that he is looking forward to. We ask that you respect his privacy while he is taking time to heal and keep Markice and his family in your prayers.
On drugs when found
A source says Brown was high on drugs the day she was found. The source says Brown is hooked on heroin, cocaine, and Xanax, and drinks a lot. Brown has been in and out of rehab for the past three years. She has been very distraught over her mother’s death, the source adds.
How thin she had gotten is an indicator. This girl was trying hard, but she didn’t have any support system. She was still dealing with a lot of grief over her mother.
Critical condition
Woolf is in critical condition after being struck in the head by an SUV’s side mirror as he crossed a Hollywood street. The driver of the car is not cited in the accident as Woolf was allegedly jaywalking.
Likely high on Xanax
Brown had had an argument with Gordon and had likely taken on Xanax when she was found unconscious in her bathtub. Ex-boyfriend Zach Jafarzedeh, thinks she may have fallen asleep in the tub, but does not rule out the possibility she was trying to commit suicide:
I know they got into a fight a few days before and she was really depressed about that and probably took a few Xanax and bathed and fell asleep.
She remains in a medically induced coma.
Transferred to Emory University Hospital
Kristina is being transferred to Emory University Hospital to receive quality neurological treatment. Family sources:
Kristina is at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, GA which is considered one of the top facilities for neurological problems.
Found unresponsive
Kristina is found face-down and unresponsive in the bathtub at her home in Atlanta by her husband, Nick Gordon, and a friend. She is taken to North Fulton Hospital and remains on life support. Houston family statement:
Bobbi Kristina is fighting for her life and is surrounded by immediate family. We are asking you to honor our request for privacy during this difficult time. Thank you for your prayers, well wishes, and we greatly appreciate your continued support.
Health worker evaluated
An American health worker, possibly exposed to Ebola in Sierra Leone, enters the University of Nebraska Medical Center for evaluation and testing. Taylor Wilson, hospital spokesman:
There will be 21 days of monitoring and if the disease does develop, obviously treatment would begin pretty quickly.
Crashes bike
Feld says that his biking days are over after a crash that leaves him unconscious and in the hospital.
I have no memory of what actually happened. The last thing I remember, after much prompting, was turning left onto Iris from Broadway. While the 911 calls were all for a hit and run, there’s no real evidence of that since my bike is generally fine and nothing, including me, looks like it was hit by a car. At this point, I’m guessing that I took the turn too wide and must have hit the curb and lost control of the bike. Maybe I squeezed my breaks and went over my handlebars. Or maybe I crossed over into a parallel universe for a little while and when I came back landed on my face.
I’m doing ok today. Nothing is broken and according to the hospital I don’t have a concussion. I’ve very banged up. I’ll probably have two black eyes, I have a sprained thumb, and lots of cuts and bruises everywhere. My face is very swollen and my head is very bumpy and weird from all the swelling. I have a persistent headache, no matter how much Advil I take. My glasses are destroyed so I’m wearing some old ones, which probably isn’t helping…My biking career, short as it was, is officially over.
700 newborns possibly exposed to TB
Over 700 infants may have been exposed to TB in the past two years. The parents of children born in Providence memorial hospital receive letters asking them to bring in their children for testing. A healthcare employee tested positive for TB in the past month. Healthcare official:
This is an unfortunate incident. We’re going get through. We’re going help the babies, moms, and dads.