Steve Gleason Returns Home 'Reborn' After Hospital Stay
The former NFL player and ALS activist shared his gratitude on social media after a six-day hospitalization coinciding with Hurricane Francine.
- Steve Gleason, former New Orleans Saints safety, was hospitalized for six days due to low blood pressure and a fever.
- Gleason's hospitalization coincided with Hurricane Francine, which complicated his transport and care.
- Known for his punt block in the Saints' first game post-Hurricane Katrina, Gleason has become a prominent ALS advocate.
- In 2011, Gleason was diagnosed with ALS and has since received numerous accolades, including a Congressional Gold Medal.
- Gleason expressed his joy at returning home, sharing images and messages of gratitude on social media.