US EditionMartyn ‘Progressing Well’ Amid Meningitis Battle
Adam Gilchrist reported positive test results for Damien Martyn, who remains in hospital after being placed in an induced coma for meningitis treatment.
- On Thursday, Adam Gilchrist said recent tests over the past 24 hours showed positive signs in Damien Martyn's condition and more details will be shared as they come to hand.
- After falling ill on Boxing Day, Damien Martyn was admitted to Gold Coast University Hospital, diagnosed with meningitis, and placed in an induced coma as part of treatment.
- Damien Martyn, former Australia cricketer, played 67 Tests and 208 ODIs, scoring 15,520 runs across 279 international appearances, including 13 centuries.
- On the family's behalf, Adam Gilchrist extended gratitude to wellwishers and praised Amanda, Damien Martyn's partner, Martyn's family, and Gold Coast University Hospital's medical team.
- During the Big Bash match between Melbourne Renegades and Sydney Sixers, former players including Dale Steyn, Ravichandran Ashwin, Aakash Chopra, VVS Laxman and Michael Vaughan sent well wishes for Damien Martyn.
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Damien Martyn health update: Former cricketer showing positive signs in recent tests, says Adam Gilchrist
Former Australia cricketer Damien Martyn fell ill on Boxing Day and was admitted to Gold Coast University Hospital. He was placed in an induced coma and was in serious condition as well. However, his close friend Adam Gilchrist has provided the latest update on his health.
Miracle health update for Aussie cricket legend Damien Martyn after more than a week in a coma
Australian cricket great Damien Martyn is awake and talking after coming out of an induced coma amid his battle with meningitis. In a development labelled ‘a miracle’ by those close to him, Martyn is progressing well and hopeful of being moved out of intensive care soon. ‘He is now able to talk and respond to treatment,’ Adam Gilchrist, who has spoken with Martyn, told News Corp on Sunday. ‘He has responded extraordinarily well since coming out …
Damien Martyn Health Update: Former Australian Batter Shows "Positive Signs" in Meningitis Recovery
Positive signs emerge for Damien Martyn in his meningitis battle. The cricket legend, in an induced coma at Gold Coast University Hospital, is showing improvement as the global cricket world rallies with support. Latest update.
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