Seasoned broadcaster Arnold Clavio recently faced a serious health scare after suffering a hemorrhagic stroke due to slight bleeding in the left part of his brain. Clavio shared his experience in an Instagram video, revealing how a seemingly ordinary day turned into a life-changing event.
“June 11, 2024, 7:10 p.m., a life changer,” the note on his video read. Clavio recounted feeling intense numbness in his right arm and leg while driving home from Eastridge Golf Course. He lost sensation in his foot and struggled to control the gas and brake pedals.
Stopping at a gasoline station to check himself for signs of a stroke, Clavio noticed difficulty walking and had to support himself. “Huminto ako sa isang gasoline station para i-check ang sarili ko. Papunta ng restroom, hindi na ako makalakad. Kailangan ko na may mahawakan. Agad kong tiningnan ang sarili ko sa salamin kung tabingi ba ang mukha ko o maga ang mata ko. Wala naman, kaya balik na ako sa sasakyan,” he shared.
The Kapuso journalist then drove to the emergency room of Fatima University Medical Center. There, his blood pressure was alarmingly high at 220/120, and his blood sugar reached 270. After undergoing a series of tests, it was confirmed that he was suffering from a hemorrhagic stroke and he was transferred to St. Luke’s Hospital for further observation.
“Inirekomenda na isailalim ako sa CT scan. Doon nakita na may ‘slight bleeding’ ako sa kaliwang bahagi ng aking utak. At sa oras na yon, ako ay nagkaroon na ng ‘HEMORRHAGIC STROKE’!” Clavio revealed. “Inilipat ako sa St. Luke’s Hospital para ma-obserbahan pa. Agad akong inasikaso sa ER ng kanilang brain attack team at dinala sa Acute Stroke Unit ng ospital para ganap na bantayan ang aking BP at sugar,” he added.
Reflecting on the ordeal, Clavio emphasized the importance of listening to one’s body, as feeling good does not necessarily mean being in good health. He expressed gratitude for surviving the stroke, calling it a miracle from the Lord. “ARAL: Feeling okay does not mean you’re okay. Feeling good does not mean we’re good. Listen to your body. Traydor ang hypertension! Always check your BP. Thank you, Lord. I personally experienced your miracle,” Clavio said.
In the comments section of his post, fellow celebrities, including Gardo Versoza, Richard Yap, and Allan K, extended their well wishes to Clavio.