Earlier this week Illinois Senator Mark Kirk underwent surgery for a Stroke he suffered over the weekend. And according to Media reports, "The neurosurgeon who operated on Mark Kirk after the Illinois senator had a stroke says he is progressing as expected but remains in serious condition.Dr. Richard Fessler performed the emergency surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. He said Wednesday that he is still hopeful about Kirk's long-term prognosis. He says the 52-year-old senator is being monitored closely.
Kirk's stroke affected his left side, particularly movement of his left arm and his face. Surgeons removed a piece of Kirk's skull Sunday to alleviate pressure from swelling.
Doctors say the Illinois Republican is expected to make a full mental recovery, but may not regain full movement, even after rehabilitation" ( Associated Press)
As many CAP Members are aware Senator Kirk is a member of the Civil Air Patrols Legislative Squadron, and a supporter of the the Palwaukee Squadron in particular.
Back in 2008 at the Palwaukee Squadron Holiday party Guest of Honor then Congressman Mark Kirk (10th Dist), awarded the Disaster Relief ribbon with 'V' device to 18 members of Group 22, The award stemmed from the CAP mission on 13 September in Prospect Heights IL, which saw the CAP members assisting with flood mitigation efforts. The activity was subsequently declared a federal disaster area, as was a large portion of the Congressman's district. The Honorable Mr. Kirk was himself on scene during the mitigation efforts, filling sandbags and personally surveying the affected area. At the dinner, he also took time to present the Air Force Association Award and the Air Force Sergeants Association Award to Palwaukee Squadron cadets.
All Members of the Palwaukee Squadron will be keeping The Senator and his family in their prayers, and hope for his full and speedy recovery.
(Contributing to Article Maj. Jim Griggs)
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