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Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy released from hospital after stroke

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy released from hospital after stroke

Also reported by CBS News

Summary

Connecticut Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy said he was discharged from the hospital after suffering a small hemorrhagic stroke last weekend. He will spend several weeks recovering at a rehabilitation facility and miss Senate votes during that time.

Key Facts

  • Murphy, 53, said doctors diagnosed him with a small hemorrhagic stroke, a bleed in the brain.
  • He said he called 911 last Saturday after feeling that something was wrong with his body.
  • Murphy said doctors are encouraged by his progress.
  • He said he will miss several weeks of Senate votes while recovering.
  • Murphy thanked people for respecting his family's privacy.
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