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South Carolina Rep. Joe Wilson hospitalized with ‘stroke-like symptoms’ after collapsing at DC event
South Carolina Rep. Joe Wilson (R-Springdale), 77, was hospitalized Tuesday night for “stroke-like symptoms” following a fall at an event in Washington DC.
“Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) was taken ill and is being evaluated at a local hospital in Washington, DC,” the longtime politician’s office posted to X.
Wilson, who has represented South Carolina’s 2nd District since 2001, was experiencing “stroke-like symptoms,” according to his son South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson.
“I just spoke to my mom who is currently at the hospital with my father. Doctors have confirmed to us that he has experienced stroke-like symptoms,” the younger Wilson said on X. “I was able to speak with him moments ago and I am incredibly thankful that he is stable and being monitored by medical professionals.”
Wilson was at a Ukrainian Independence Day celebration, according to Politico. He received medical treatment from a doctor among the event’s attendees.
Members of the South Carolina congressional delegation shared their thoughts following their colleague’s hospitalization.
“Praying for a full and speedy recovery for my friend,” Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) said.
“Prayers up for Congressman Wilson and his family tonight,” Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) wrote. “Have spoken to the family and I ask we all send a positive vibe and a prayer his way tonight and may he recover as fast as humanly possible.”
Wilson took part in two series of votes on the House floor and was joking with reporters on Capitol Hill earlier Tuesday afternoon, according to NBC News
Congress reconvened Monday following its month-long summer break.
Wilson, the Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia, had been on a trips to the Philippines, Australia and Europe and met NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.
Following his overseas visits, Wilson returned home to South Carolina to campaign for his upcoming election against Democrat David Robinson II.
Wilson’s district encompasses western and central parts of the state, including Lexington and Aiken counties.
The father of four made headlines when he shouted “you lie!” during then-President Obama’s joint address to Congress on Sept. 9, 2009.
Obama was discussing his health-care plan when he said claims of illegal immigrants getting health coverage were false, which led to Wilson’s outburst.
The congressman was later “admonished” when the House voted 240-to-179 along party lines to “disapprove” of Wilson’s shouting calling it a “breach of decorum” and said the South Carolina Republican had “degraded the proceedings” and brought “discredit” to the body.
Wilson apologized to the White House after his outburst, but said there were “far more important issues” confronting the nation.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — Advocates, caregivers, patients, and community leaders gathered at the South Carolina State House on Friday for the inaugural South Carolina Sickle Cell Day.
Organizers said the event focused on raising awareness of sickle cell disease.
The South Carolina CBO Collective Caucus hosted the event at 10 a.m., coinciding with World Sickle Cell Day and Juneteenth.
Organizers said the gathering brought together healthcare professionals, legislators, advocates, and supporters from across the state to discuss education, support, and action related to sickle cell disease.
The program is designed to amplify the voices of individuals and families impacted by the disease and encourage conversations about healthcare access, advocacy, research, and community support, organizers said.
Attendees heard personal stories and learned about challenges faced by those living with sickle cell disease.
“World Sickle Cell Day is a powerful call to action for all of us,” said founder and CEO of The B Strong Group Brenda Green. She said the collaboration expands support, strengthens community response, and stands with affected families.
The B Strong Group, founded in 2017 and based in Columbia, is a nonprofit organization focused on sickle cell awareness, advocacy, and caregiver support.
The group organizes blood drives, caregiver workshops, and awareness campaigns under the motto “Educate, Advocate, Empower.”
An 87-year-old businessman in Columbia, South Carolina says he has no plans to retire.
Leonard Fabrizio works as a retailer at Brittons of Columbia, a locally-owned men’s clothing store.
“I’m not the type of person who can sit around by myself,” said Fabrizio. “I just enjoy the interaction and that’s the big thing, is the interaction with people. It’s always been the drive in this business for me, said Fabrizio.
Fabrizio’s retail career began as a college student when he worked at J.C. Penney. He has watched Columbia grow and has owned a store and managed several others.
His advice is to “Be patient. It takes time to build a business. It doesn’t happen overnight, but it’s rewarding. It’s fun. But you have to have compassion for the business.”
Fabrizio recently celebrated another birthday alongside those who have supported his career.
(WPDE) — June 9 marked International Batten Disease Awareness Day, shining a light on a rare, inherited neurodegenerative disorder.
It primarily affects children and causes harmful waste material to build up inside the cells of the brain and nervous system.
One South Carolina family used the day to raise awareness as their 2-year-old son, Sam Stockton, lives with CLN2 Batten disease.
Sam was diagnosed at 16 weeks old, and his family says they travel every other week for enzyme-replacement therapy while also searching for clinical research opportunities.
Through Hope for Sam, the family is working to spread information about Batten disease and support other families facing rare diseases.
“Just the more you know about rare diseases, I never knew that over 300 million people worldwide live with rare diseases. And that means there’s less access to care because people aren’t researching it and not as many people have it. So the more information that’s out there, we feel is the better,” Jordan Stockton said.
There are 13 known types of Batten disease, and there is no cure. Researchers estimate the disease affects about two to four out of every 100,000 births in the United States.
The Stockton family says they have found support through the Batten Disease Support, Research and Advocacy Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families navigate the disease while providing resources.
More information and donation details are available at this link.
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