Credited from: ABCNEWS
Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has been hospitalized following a fall near his home in Braddock. According to his office, the incident occurred during an early morning walk after he experienced light-headedness attributed to a ventricular fibrillation flare-up. As a result, he fell and sustained minor facial injuries, prompting precautionary hospitalization in Pittsburgh for routine observation, according to abcnews and cbsnews.
Fetterman's spokesperson reported that he opted to stay in the hospital for doctors to "fine-tune" his medication regimen. The senator has a history of health issues, including a stroke during his 2022 Senate campaign, which involved a prolonged hospitalization. Notably, Fetterman humorously remarked, "If you thought my face looked bad before, wait until you see it now!" reflecting his trademark candidness, as noted by bbc and cbsnews.
His hospitalization comes after previous health challenges, including a stroke in May 2022 and subsequent treatment for clinical depression earlier this year. Fetterman is known for his distinctive style and direct approach to politics, often speaking out on various issues while prioritizing his health needs, according to abcnews, bbc, and cbsnews.