Olympian Jessica Fox Undergoes Surgery to Remove Kidney Tumor

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Jessica Fox is in recovery mode after navigating unchartered waters.  

The Olympic canoeist revealed that she had surgery to take out a kidney tumor while preparing for the 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup Final.

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“Beginning on August 27, Fox shared an Instagram post from her hospital bed. Unfortunately, she won’t be participating in the upcoming World Cups over the next few weeks. Instead, she’ll be cheering from home! Last week, she underwent surgery to remove a tumor from her kidney. Fortunately, the operation was successful and she is now recovering.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase it like this:

“As a three-time Olympic gold medalist in canoe slalom, I find myself humbly expressing my deepest gratitude towards the exceptional medical team who have been tending to me during my recovery from an unexpected procedure. In addition, I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to my family and friends for their unwavering support that has played a significant role in helping me through this challenging time.

Over the past few weeks, things have been incredibly busy, but I’m doing well – I’ve got a couple of challenging new wounds, I’ve lost a bit of my kidney, and gained a whole lot more resilience,” the athlete explained further. “Despite that, I’m feeling optimistic, very thankful, and delighted to be back home. I’m eager to relax for a while as I heal, and eventually work towards returning to the water again.

As a devoted fan following Fox’s journey, I must say that she seems to be adopting a more relaxed schedule as part of her healing process. Not long after her public announcement, she offered a glimpse into her post-surgery routine via her Instagram Stories.

She posted a picture of herself enjoying some sun and relaxation in her backyard, captioning it: ‘I’ll be lounging here basking in the sun,’ while another image showed her with a therapy dog who seems less than enthusiastic about sharing the couch.

Although the champion won’t be present for the World Cup finals in September, she put up an outstanding performance during the competition’s second stage held in Pau, France in June. Interestingly, she clinched the gold medal in that particular race.

She gleefully expressed her joy after the race in her post-race interview, as stated by the International Canoe Federation. “It’s a fantastic feeling when you can excel in the final, outperform your earlier runs, and set a time others must aim to beat,” she said. “I aimed to enhance certain aspects of my performance, and I truly believe I achieved that.

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During a July 2025 wrestling match, the former contestant of Total Bellas disclosed that one of her breast implants moved out of position following a powerful elbow strike from fellow WWE star Piper Niven.

She assured sister Bella Garcia at that moment, “Everything is alright.” She added, “We’ll sort it out eventually. I informed the doctor, ‘As soon as my boots are hung up [i.e., after my divorce], I’ll be returning to you so we can make these girls look their best. These girls will have a future, and I don’t want them looking like that.’

In 2014, the actress who played a prominent role in “12 Years a Slave” was diagnosed with fibroids, which are non-cancerous growths that occur in or near the uterus. Interestingly enough, this diagnosis came during the same year she received an Oscar for her remarkable performance in the film.

Yet, it wasn’t until the year 2025 that she revealed her condition, posting on Instagram that she had endured in quietness for over a decade.

She mentioned that when girls enter their teenage years, they’re often led to believe that periods come with pain, and this discomfort is just an inherent aspect of being female. However, she emphasized that many women face this issue in isolation, as it significantly impacts their daily lives.

 

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She wrote on X, which was once known as Twitter, “You don’t post tweets anymore,” she said. “Remember when I wore pants so tight six months ago that they gave me a hernia? I’ve been hesitant to share that with you because I was afraid.

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Last week, Brian shared on Instagram that he began experiencing abdominal discomfort. This led him to visit the emergency room, where it was found that his appendix had not completely ruptured, but was close to doing so.

He added, “I’m on the road to recovery. It’s not an easy process. This is my first major surgery.”

In simpler terms, Adam Devine revealed that the injuries he suffered when he was struck by a cement truck at age 11 continue to impact him up until now.

In the 2025 episode of the “In Depth With Graham Bensinger” podcast, Devine shared that it’s been an extremely difficult period for him. He has been experiencing spasms throughout his body. The doctors had informed him that he was near death – specifically within the past year.

He mentioned that pain is intermittent, explaining his body sometimes feels a bit out of whack or incorrect.

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Currently, there’s a lingering tingly sensation in my legs, all the way down to my toes, which is quite unusual,” he noted during an episode of his Trading Secrets podcast in March 2025. “To clarify, about two to three weeks ago, or perhaps a month back, I was squatting around 295 pounds. Now, I’m unable to perform even a single-leg squat without losing balance. It’s as if I’ve suffered some kind of neurological incident.

But with the help of a back specialist and some steroids, he added, “We’re on the mend.”

Gina Kirschenheiter from The Real Housewives of Orange County announced that her ex-husband, Matt Kirschenheiter, had a heart attack in March 2025, but fortunately, he made it through the traumatic event.

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The next day, the comedian took to social media to share that he had been affected by food poisoning but was already recovering.

In February 2025, the actress from Even Stevens disclosed that she had been wounded by gunfire in the face during a trip where they were shooting clay pigeons to celebrate her husband Brendan Rooney’s birthday.

During the gathering, someone else carelessly discharged a firearm inappropriately, striking me in the face. Instantly, @thebrendanrooney took charge, evaluated my condition, and swiftly transported me to the hospital. I was wounded at five separate spots, with one bullet coming within an inch of hitting my right eye directly.”

This paraphrase attempts to preserve the original’s context while making it more natural and easier to understand.

The former star of “Kim Possible” added, “Regrettably, a piece became stuck near my eye, and it’s not safe for surgery at present. However, doctors are keeping a close watch on me, and I can see clearly for now.

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In a January 2025 episode of Call Her Daddy, Amy Schumer expressed gratitude towards the internet for providing answers amidst public scrutiny over her appearance. During a series of interviews, people started commenting on her ‘puffier’ face, and even medical professionals joined in, suggesting that she might have Cushing syndrome due to elevated cortisol levels or steroid injections.

Initially taken aback by being trolled by doctors, Amy later realized that the steroid injections she was receiving for scar treatments could have caused this condition known as Cushing syndrome. Being unaware of it otherwise, she is now relieved to learn that her health is not at risk and that the syndrome will resolve itself naturally.

In a February 2024 News Not Noise newsletter, Amy expressed her relief: “Discovering I have a self-correcting form of Cushing’s syndrome and learning I am healthy was the best news possible.

During a game in December 2024, an AHL player got a deep cut from another player’s skate. The player required 25 stitches to close the wound. After his son had fully recovered, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald expressed his relief to ESPN, saying, “We’ve been incredibly fortunate. I wouldn’t wish such an incident on any parent.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase it as follows:

Last March, during a peaceful breakfast with my wonderful husband Justin Bieber, I encountered a moment that left me utterly shocked – a potential stroke. Justin noticed something was off when I didn’t respond to his inquiry about my well-being. When he asked again, I struggled to speak and my facial expression shifted. The right side of my face drooped, making it difficult for me to form a sentence.

Thankfully, the symptoms subsided quickly, but I couldn’t ignore the warning signs. We rushed to the hospital where they conducted scans that revealed a tiny blood clot in my brain – a condition known as Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Upon further investigation at UCLA, they discovered a hole in my heart called Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO), which had allowed the blood clot to travel into my heart and escape through this hole to reach my brain.

I underwent a successful PFO closure procedure, and I’m pleased to say that I’m feeling fantastic now. It was a harrowing experience, but it serves as a reminder about the importance of taking care of our health and seeking medical attention when necessary.

In the same year Hailey had her health predicament, Justin also faced a similar issue. Specifically, in June 2022, the “Baby” singer revealed his diagnosis with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, which affected his facial muscles and resulted in temporary paralysis that necessitated the cancellation of the rest of his Justice World Tour. At that time, he explained on Instagram that this virus had targeted the nerve in his ear and facial nerves, causing facial paralysis. As you can see from the video, one of his eyes was not blinking, he couldn’t smile on half of his face, and his nostril wouldn’t move – full paralysis affected one side of his face.

He mentioned to his followers that it became increasingly difficult for him to eat due to this condition, but over time, the paralysis subsided. Hailey stated during a June 2022 episode of Good Morning America that Justin was recovering well and feeling much better. Although it was a terrifying and seemingly random situation, she expressed her gratitude that he was okay in the end.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase the passage like this:

In April 2023, I, much like Jamie Foxx, found myself facing a health challenge that I initially chose to keep private. However, during his 2024 Netflix special, “What Had Happened Was…”, he shared his personal journey.

One day in Atlanta, I too experienced an excruciating headache and asked a friend for some relief with aspirin. Unfortunately, before I could find the medicine, I lost consciousness and can’t recall the next 20 days.

Upon waking up, I was under a doctor’s care who administered a cortisone shot and sent me home. However, my sister, Deidra Dixon, sensing something wasn’t right, took me to a hospital where they diagnosed me with a brain bleed that resulted in a stroke.

Following a 20-day hospital stay, I woke up on May 4th confined to a wheelchair and unable to walk. Subsequently, I traveled to Chicago for rehabilitation and therapy.

In the end, all I can say is that I am incredibly grateful for every prayer offered my way because they proved to be essential during those challenging times.

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As a dedicated follower speaking about myself, I, Emilia Clarke, battled through intense fight scenes for “Game of Thrones,” but in 2019, I penned an essay for The New Yorker entitled “A Battle for My Life.” While working out at the gym one day, I was suddenly struck by a terrible headache that led me to rush to the restroom and become severely ill. As the pain intensified, I could sense my brain was injured.

I was rushed to the hospital for a scan, where doctors diagnosed me with a subarachnoid hemorrhage – a severe type of stroke caused by bleeding in the space surrounding the brain. Essentially, I had an aneurysm, a ruptured artery. The agony during the subsequent surgery to seal the aneurysm was unbearable.

During recovery, I struggled with aphasia and found myself muttering nonsense. Fortunately, my aphasia resolved after about a week, and I left the hospital a month later. However, at a 2013 scan, I learned that the growth had doubled in size, necessitating another surgery.

“When they woke me,” I wrote, “I was screaming in pain. The procedure had failed. I had suffered a massive bleed, and the doctors informed me that my chances of survival were precarious if they didn’t operate again. This time they needed to access my brain through my skull.”

Thankfully, I can now proudly say that I am fully recovered.

Snoop Dogg’s daughter, Cori Broadus, expresses her gratitude towards her family for their support during a difficult time. In January 2024, she suffered a severe stroke and her loved ones quickly rallied around her. After informing them about the incident via text and a photo, they all came to her aid. Due to additional health issues related to lupus, Cori had to stay in the hospital longer than anticipated as her kidneys were failing. However, today she is recovering well. “I’m doing great,” she said. “I just needed to work on some motor skills, but otherwise, I was fine.

In the early 20s of my life, I faced some challenging health hurdles. At one point, I was losing my hearing, struggling to walk for more than a few minutes without needing long periods of rest, and experiencing severe stomach pain with almost everything I ate. It was like a medical puzzle, with various doctors giving me different diagnoses and advice.

Despite the confusion, being raised in a holistic environment and having an interest in herbalism, I decided to seek answers from both traditional and alternative healers. This quest for healing took a decade, but it wasn’t just about my physical well-being; it also affected my mental health.

During that time, the fear of food due to stomach discomfort led me down a path of anxiety, which in turn brought on body dysmorphia, identity confusion, and feelings of unease about my own safety and comfort in my body. It was a tough journey, but I’ve come out the other side stronger.

Thankfully, both my physical health issues have resolved, and I’m happy to say that I’m now in good health. This ordeal taught me valuable lessons about self-love, patience, and resilience. It was a long, winding road, but I’m grateful for where it has led me.

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