Brazil legend Pele has been discharged from hospital in Brazil, having undergone chemotherapy sessions on a colon tumour – but will continue receiving treatment.
The 81-year-old has been receiving care at the Albert Einstein hospital in Sao Paulo, after the tumour was detected during routine exams at the end of August.
‘The patient is stable and will continue his treatment for a colon tumour that was identified in September,’ the statement from the hospital said.
Pele, a three-time World Cup winner, was hospitalised at the start of December for the round of chemotherapy, but has today been allowed to go home.
He underwent surgery to remove the tumour in September, and then spent almost a month in hospital.
Having kept his social media followers updated on his progress, Pele said on Twitter last month that he was ‘fine’ and ‘feeling better every day’.
In an Instagram post, the mercurial forward said that he was ‘having small chemotherapy sessions’, and added that he had just finished his last session of 2021.
‘I wanted to share this achievement with you. After all, every little victory is a reason to celebrate, don’t you think?’ he wrote, with a picture of him clenching his fist.
‘Don’t worry, I’m just getting ready for the holiday season!’
By Blessing Lawal The Female Freelancers Network, FFN is set to host a free…
In an exemplary display of commitment to public enlightenment, the Lagos State Traffic…
Sandisk previews new corporate branding defined by a ‘Mindset of Motion’ Creative philosophy reflects…
By Bolaji Israel December marks a special time in Nigeria, a moment when people…
The management of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) recently paid a courtesy…
Rite Foods Limited once again demonstrated its commitment to youth empowerment and community engagement by partnering…