Sen. Isakson hospitalized after fall
Georgia Sen. Johnny Isakson fell in his apartment and was hospitalized after fracturing four ribs, his office announced on Wednesday.
The third-term Republican senator sustained the injuries Tuesday night, his office said, and he was admitted to George Washington University Hospital in Washington.
“He is in pain, but resting and doing well. Senator Isakson looks forward to fully recovering and getting back to work for Georgians,” said Amanda Maddox, a spokeswoman for Isakson.
Isakson was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2013, revealed the diagnosis in 2015 and handily won reelection in 2016. He sometimes has difficulty navigating the Capitol on foot these days and occasionally uses a wheelchair or a cane.
“Johnny is a great partner in the Senate, and I have no doubt he’ll be back to work soon,” said his colleague, Sen. David Perdue (R-Ga.).
