Health & Fitness
Pennsylvania Rep. Dwight Evans Recovering After Minor Stroke
Evans, 70, said he was diagnosed this week, adding he didn't realize it happened for a few days.
May 24, 2024
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans of Philadelphia is recovering at an inpatient rehabilitation facility after suffering a minor stroke, the congressmember said in a news release Thursday.
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Evans, 70, said he was diagnosed this week, adding he didn't realize it happened for a few days. He said he's having trouble with one of his legs, which could impact his walking "but not my long-term ability to serve the people of Philadelphia."
The Democratic congressmember said he expects to be at the rehabilitation facility for another week followed by outpatient therapy. He said he wanted to go public with the diagnosis to help with stroke awareness.
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