Bernie Sanders has canceled upcoming campaign events after undergoing a chest procedure
’ presidential campaign said Sanders was canceling several days of events after undergoing a procedure at a Nevada hospital.
Sanders adviser Jeff Weaver said in a statement to reporters that Sanders, who turned 78 last month, had experienced chest discomfort during a campaign event on Tuesday. A medical examination found that Sanders had a blockage in one artery and two stents were inserted to treat the condition. “Sen. Sanders is conversing and in good spirits,” Weaver said. “He will be resting up over the next few days. We are canceling his events and appearances until further notice, and we will continue to provide appropriate updates.”“During a campaign event yesterday evening, Sen. Sanders experienced some chest discomfort. Following medical evaluation and testing he was found to have a blockage in one artery and two stents were successfully inserted. Sen. Sanders is conversing and in good spirits.
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