rtandler Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 A little off topic here but it would mean a lot to me if as many of you as possible would read about what happened to me and perhaps consider my advice. Trust me, you don't want to go through what I've been through this week! http://realredskins.com/2010/10/im-back/ As some of you know, just as I was beginning to pump some life back into Real Redskins, I had a little setback. I spend some of last week in the hospital having some work done after having a heart attack last Tuesday morning. I’m back at home, doing much better, and as long as I do what the doctor says I should have no problems in the long term. Thanks to those of you who have extended well wishes; although I have not been able to acknowledge them individually, please know that they are much appreciated. Public Service Announcement Also, I’d like to take this opportunity to urge those of you who are perhaps getting up there in age–and even if you’re not but if you’re not in the best of shape–to take the time and, yes, spend a few dollars to get yourself checked out. Although I am overweight, a situation I am now dedicated to fixing, I felt great before Tuesday morning. I had plenty of energy and I never–I mean never–got sick or had any health issues. I wasn’t going to run an Iron Man Triathlon or anything but I was fit enough to do whatever I needed to do. Little did I know that I was living with two coronary arteries that were in the process of becoming blocked. One became completely blocked last Tuesday morning, forcing a trip to the hospital in an ambulance. The other was 90 percent blocked. I had a stent, a small cylinder that opens the blockage and keeps the blood flowing, put into each of them. Had I gotten my heart checked out as I should have, I probably would have had the stents implanted but it would not have been done in an emergency situation that scared the hell out of me, my wife, and the rest of my family. It may have been an outpatient procedure or maybe on night in the hospital. So think about it, guys and gals. Feel free to email me with any questions or concerns. /Public Service Announcement I’m back in a limited capacity. I will be watching tonight’s game at home instead of from the press box and I’ll be writing my CSNwashington.com articles from my desk this week instead of from Redskins Park. After that, we’ll see. The two road games and subsequent bye week should set it up so I don’t miss any more games. I’ll be doing the postgame chat tonight on CSNwashington.com, so if you want to join in just drop by about midway through the fourth quarter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan T. Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 That must have been a scare. Good to hear you're okay, Rich. I'm going to take your advice to heart, and work to improve my diet and conditioning... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LD0506 Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 That's a "little setback"??!? Hell, I hope to never hear about one of your bad days Rich. Scary to even hear about, hope you're following the doctor's advice and recovering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighPlainsDrifter Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Damn Rich. Thats tough. Glad that you are ok. Good advice given and I hope that people heed it. Heal up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chipwhich Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Rich, get well. Sorry to hear about what happened to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEREALTOR1 Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Glad to hear you're doing alright now Rich. You're definately one of the "Good Guys" when it comes to Skins reporting, so how about you plan on sticking around for awhile Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glikster04 Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Glad to hear you're doing alright man. That's some great advice, and I hope that people really listen to it. Take care of yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFKFedEx Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 I know u'll be up and running in no time Rich. Keep up the good work as the god father of Redskins history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCS Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 A little setback? Glad you didn't have a major one then. Glad you're back and getting better Rich. And good advice in that public service announcement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaskinfan Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Glad to hear you are okay! And excellent advice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polywog999 Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Glad you are doing better and thanks for the heads up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinklein Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Rich, Redskins nation is glad to see you've recovered well. Try not to get overly excited tonight as McNabb drops bombs over FedEx! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LD0506 Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 A little setback? Glad you didn't have a major one then. Glad you're back and getting better Rich. And good advice in that public service announcement. A little setback = it's just a flesh wound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonnyandSam Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Rich, So glad to hear you dodged the bullet and are feeling better. I love your books and your reporting. You would have been greatly missed had you not been so lucky. Your PSA is well worth paying attention to by us older and fatter guys. I see my doctor regularly and so should everyone else. Guys, especially, seem to have a phobia about seeing the doctor. My doctor is even a cowboys fan and I have been seeing him regularly for over 20 years! Guys....if you are over 40 and/or overweight...go see your family physician very soon. Make sure your family and loved ones have you around for a lot more years. Enjoy the game.....and the rest of your life, Rich! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoRUSupposed2Be Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Glad to have you back champ. Man, try your best to maintain your composure from watching this team from here on out. We'd hate to lose you like we did Bubba. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D'KanSkinFan Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Glad you back...... do the Rights and you will be just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bang Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Hope you're feeling better Rich. We need you here in DC! ~Bang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeDinNYC Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 good to see you made it through and now are on a path to good health. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarhog Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Very glad you are okay Rich....as a former CCU nurse, I know how scary that experience can be. Glad you are back on the mend and take care brother Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattFancy Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Glad to hear you're ok Rich. Get healthy soon, I enjoy reading your stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Glad you're ok Rich. You're a real treasure for Skins fans to have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McD5 Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 I'm sorry to hear this happened. Feel better Rich. And take it easy for a while. Then come back stronger than ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirt Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Wow, glad you're ok, that's a scary read. I'm only 26, but I do have a heart condition. I'm thinkin a checkup is in my near future now, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad Mike Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Glad you're OK Rich. You're not alone. I went through much the same thing a few years back. And I'll pile on to that PSA by saying less cheese burgers and more fruit cant hurt as well. You don't have to be a fanatic. Just mindful that excessive fat intake will lead to trouble down the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santana_89 Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Good to hear you're doing well now Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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