Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey treated for dehydration at campaign event. The 80-year-old Republican appeared unsteady but is recovering at home after receiving fluids.
In a concerning incident, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey was tended to by paramedics during a campaign rally for congressional candidate Caroleene Dobson on Sunday evening.
The 80-year-old Republican governor reportedly became unsteady and appeared to be shaking while standing with Dobson at the event.
According to Ivey’s office, the governor had become dehydrated and was treated with fluids on-site as a precautionary measure.
After receiving the necessary care, the governor immediately felt better and was able to return home for the evening.
This incident comes just a few years after Ivey announced her diagnosis of early-stage lung cancer in 2019, which she subsequently underwent radiation treatment for.
However, the governor had previously stated that the cancer appeared to be gone, and her doctor considered her cancer-free as of 2020.
The campaign event was held in Pike Road, about 18 miles southeast of the state capital, Montgomery.
Witnesses reported that Ivey was holding onto a beam for support as she appeared unsteady on her feet. The incident was captured on video and shared by local media outlets.
Despite the unexpected health scare, Governor Ivey’s office has assured the public that she is doing well and recovering at home.
This incident serves as a reminder of the demands and challenges that political leaders can face, especially during the rigorous schedule of a campaign season.
As Alabama residents and political observers continue to monitor the governor’s well-being, the focus will likely shift back to the upcoming congressional race, where Ivey has lent her endorsement to the Republican nominee, Caroleene Dobson.
