US Rep. John Lewis released from hospital with 'clean bill of health'
Source: CNN
(CNN)Civil rights icon and US Rep. John Lewis of Georgia was released from the hospital Sunday evening with a "clean bill of health," his spokeswoman said.
"All tests have been completed," Brenda Jones said in a statement. "He thanks everyone who shared their thoughts, prayers and concerns during his stay."
Lewis became ill Saturday on a flight to Atlanta, CNN affiliate WSB-TV reported, quoting unnamed sources.
Lewis, 78, has represented Georgia's 5th Congressional District, which includes much of Atlanta, since first being elected in 1986.
Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2018/07/29/politics/john-lewis-hospitalized/index.html
Great to hear, hope he rests up for a few days.
sheshe2
(83,654 posts)This is good to hear. I was worried.
BumRushDaShow
(128,493 posts)And wish him continued good health!
Va Lefty
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(25,111 posts)BlancheSplanchnik
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(144,928 posts)HelenWheels
(2,284 posts)He is a National treasure.
polmaven
(9,463 posts)So very glad he is feeling better!!
Laffy Kat
(16,373 posts)Wishing him many, many years ahead.