The following Statement was released this morning by Contra Costa County Board of Supervisor Federal Glover as it was determined he is a candidate for a duel heart and kidney transplant.
I am on the Road to Recovery
As you may have heard, on Thursday I checked myself into UCSF Medical Center to finish a battery of tests to determine whether I am eligible to receive a heart and kidney transplant. The expert doctors at UCSF successfully conduct hundreds of these types of surgeries and have determined that I am an excellent candidate for a dual heart and kidney operation.
So, I wait comfortably here at UCSF, with my wife, Janis, and our two children by my side, for a donor heart and kidney, which I am told could come at any time. I feel confident and strong and I anticipate that this amazing new technology will give me many more quality years with my family and of service to the residents of District 5, who matter a great deal to me.
That being said, I will be asking our County Administrator David Twa and my staff to keep me updated daily on issues important to the County and I will be requesting the opportunity to work remotely, on my laptop and through whatever means possible, to continue making sound decisions for the people I represent.
Life is precious. I ask for your prayers. I am excited about a future of improved good health and our continuing to do good work for our community – together.
Federal Glover
Supervisor, District 5
9 comments
Do elected officials get “head of the line” privileges for donor organs? Surely there must be a long waiting list.
Wow Arne… to answer your question, only if you are the president.
I believe there are several factors that make up head of the line. He is very very ill so if that is one of the factors fine. I didn’t vote for him but I’m sure not going to complain about this. He will die if he doesn’t get this and so will a few others.
Really Arne? My God.
Get well soon. Prayers
Not cool Mr Arne S. This man is fighting for his life WOW!! you need to go crawl into a hole.
I wish you well!
Federal is a strong minded individual and will get through this. My prayers are with him and his family.
Just a note here Federal has been on the transplant list for about 8 years.
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