Overview
- Castelli suffered two convulsive episodes during and after an hours-long Prova do Líder on January 14 and was removed from the competition on medical advice, TV Globo announced.
- He says all tests showed no abnormalities or lasting effects and reports feeling well, though still shaken by the incident.
- His team said he remained hospitalized under observation and was discharged on Friday, January 16.
- Production underscored BBB’s health protocols, noting extensive pre-entry exams and a 24-hour on-site mobile ICU that treated him and arranged hospital evaluation.
- He plans to use his platform to explain seizure first aid, echoing expert guidance to stay with the person, avoid placing objects in the mouth, turn them on their side, protect the head, and seek medical help.