Health

Buffalo Sabres star Rasmus Dahlin just revealed his fiancée, Carolina Matovac, received a heart transplant this offseason ... detailing the traumatic experience that led up to the serious procedure in a letter to hockey fans.

The team shared Rasmus and Carolina's story on Friday morning ... with the defenseman stating his partner had felt sick for a few days before things took a dire turn.

"Fortunately, she received CPR on multiple occasions, and up to a couple of hours at a time to keep her alive, which ultimately saved her life," Rasmus wrote. "Without her receiving lifesaving CPR, the result would have been unimaginable. It is hard to even think about the worst-case scenario."

Yolanda Hadid penned a heartbreaking tribute to her supermodel daughter Bella Hadid as she remains hospitalized due to symptoms from Lyme disease.

Check out her touching post on Instagram ... she laments about the feeling of "hopelessness" as she watches her daughter fight through the pain, while reflecting on her own journey with the neurological illness.

Speaking to Bella directly, she wrote ... "You are relentless and courageous ... I admire your bravery and your willingness to keep fighting for health despite the failing protocols and countless setbacks you have faced."

Bella Hadid is sparking concern for her health after posting a series of photos from a hospital bed ... where she is seen hooked up to several IVs, receiving an undisclosed treatment.

The supermodel issued the cryptic update on her Instagram Wednesday, where she apologized to her fans for always going "MIA." She signed off her note with an "I love you" message ... prompting an outpouring of well wishes in response.

Sister Gigi Hadid even chimed in, writing in the comments ... "I love you! I hope feel as strong and good as u deserve, soon!!!!!!"

LaVar Ball is back on his feet -- the Big Baller Brand boss proudly displayed his new prosthetic leg after having his limb amputated months ago.

Ball raved over the new addition following a visit to a Hanger Clinic in Southern California.

"I'm walking now, baby," Ball said. "I tell you -- I didn't think I was gonna walk this fast, but I see I am now."

Longtime "Dancing With the Stars" judge Carrie Ann Inaba will be MIA from tonight's premiere episode ... announcing her decision in a surprising social media update.

Check it out ... the famed choreographer posted on her Instagram ahead of the season 34 premiere on Tuesday, writing she was feeling "quite under the weather" -- and so, had decided to take a pass on filming.

Though fans of 'DWTS' can expect Inaba to return to the ballroom sooner rather than later, as she's currently "resting up" in the hope of appearing on next week's episode.

A circus performer was rushed to the hospital during a stunt gone wrong in Brazil over the weekend.

You can see in the scary pics ... acrobat Aliane Dias was in the middle of a routine, featuring her suspended in the air by her hair, when she went into a sudden freefall Saturday.

The ground collision was a gnarly one ... with the audience letting out loud gasps of pure shock when they saw her smack the floor, as reported by NeedToKnow.

Another win for Khalil Mack against his former team cost him quite a bit ... as the Chargers superstar sustained a gnarly arm injury in the big "Monday Night Football" victory over the Raiders.

The 34-year-old -- who was once traded by the Silver and Black early in his NFL career -- got hurt in the first half of the matchup at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas ... when he was trying to tackle Tre Tucker.

The pass rusher went to go wrap up the wideout, but his Bolts teammate collided with him right at the same time -- and the force of the blow appeared to dislocate his elbow immediately.

"American Pickers" star Mike Wolfe may be on the mend after a scary car crash ... but his girlfriend, Leticia, has a long road to recovery, according to Wolfe's reps.

Spokespeople for the reality star tell TMZ ... Mike has been discharged from the hospital, but is remaining by Leticia's side as she recovers from a serious car accident they were involved in over the weekend. Mike was transported by ambulance and treated for a broken nose, injured knee, and facial lacerations that required stitches.

Leticia wasn't as fortunate, with reps telling us Mike's GF is set to have multiple surgeries next week after breaking her jaw, ribs, and sternum in the collision. She also suffered a partially collapsed lung and was airlifted from the scene.

Lil Nas X is prioritizing both his physical and mental health after his wild butt-naked arrest last month ... by entering an inpatient treatment program.

On Monday, the "Old Town Road" star's attorneys represented him in Los Angeles court as a judge modified the conditions of his arrest in order for him to be treated out of state at an undisclosed location.

Lil Nas X's bail remains set at $75,000 and his next court date is scheduled for November 18.

Sofia Vergara missed out on one of the biggest nights in Hollywood ... instead spending it in the emergency room, fighting what she calls the “craziest eye allergy.”

The "Modern Family" actress took to Instagram, showing a close-up pic of her puffy, watery left eye ... along with the caption, "Didn't make it to the Emmys but made it to the ER 🤣😩."

She apologizes for bailing on the Emmys ... saying the allergy flared up right before she hopped in the car.

Vince Neil is opening up about a terrifying health battle ... revealing he suffered a stroke in his sleep on Christmas that left him unable to walk.

The Mötley Crüe frontman detailed the scary ordeal in a new interview with the Las Vegas Review-Journal, saying, "My whole left side went out ... I had to learn to walk again, and that was tough." Doctors even told Neil he might never perform again, but he refused to accept that fate. "I go, ‘No, no, I’m gonna do it. Watch and see.'"

Back in March, the band postponed their Vegas residency, citing a "medical procedure." Neil now confirms the break was to focus on his recovery. He spent months in physical therapy at his Nashville home with former girlfriend Rain Hannah Andreani.

WWE Hall of Famer Jerry "The King" Lawler was forced to pull out of a scheduled appearance after suffering a stroke ... but the good news is he's already on the road to recovery, TMZ Sports has learned.

Jerry's ex-fiancee and caregiver tells us he experienced the medical issue in Florida last Friday at one of his homes. Luckily, he says his daughter is taking him back to his primary residence, where he will rest up for a few more weeks before getting back to normal.

Lawler was set to appear at HorrorHound Weekend in Cincinnati starting on Friday ... but organizers announced Monday he would not be attending "due to some personal matters."

Olivia Munn is getting real about her breast cancer battle ... saying the diagnosis felt like slamming the brakes on her whole life.

The actress opened up in a new interview with Bustle ... saying fighting cancer turned into her full-time job -- and once she learned about a free test women should know about, she made it her mission to let everyone know was all that mattered.

Olivia landed her new show "Your Friends & Neighbors" after nearly five years off post-COVID … and she says she assured creator Jonathan Tropper she was fine -- but was upfront about everything she’d just gone through.

Olivia says Jonathan and the whole Apple TV+ crew had her back -- even pitching in with donations to breast cancer research.

Former NBA center Jason Collins -- the league's first openly gay player -- has been diagnosed with a brain tumor and is currently undergoing treatment.

The league released a statement on Thursday on behalf of Collins and his family ... calling on his fans to send positive vibes his way as he deals with the medical condition.

"Jason and his family welcome your support and prayers and kindly ask for privacy as they dedicate their attention to Jason's health and well-being," the NBA said.

1:43 PM PT -- Donald Trump has issued a new statement, claiming Charlie Kirk has died following Wednesday's shooting at Utah Valley University.

He wrote on Truth Social ... "The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie. He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania and my Sympathies go out to his beautiful wife Erika, and family. Charlie, we love you!"

Washington D.C. is left rattled following the shooting of conservative pundit Charlie Kirk ... with several leaders speaking out in the aftermath of the violence.

As we reported ... the Turning Point USA founder was shot in the neck while addressing students at Utah Valley University on Wednesday ... and it didn't take long for politicians from both sides to condemn the attack.

Senator Mike Lee from Utah was one of the first to speak out, assuring his constituents that he was "tracking the situation" and calling for prayers for the conservative commentator.

The sports world is stunned and devastated over the shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University on Wednesday afternoon ... with notable figures sharing their prayers and reactions to the incident prior to the announcement of his death.

Names like Jake Paul, Le'Veon Bell, Dave Portnoy, Ryan Garcia, Riley Gaines, Bruce Pearl and Antonio Brown have taken to social media to address the shooting ... with each wishing the best for Kirk before President Donald Trump revealed the activist did not survive.

Paul wrote on X ... "Charlie Kirk got shot for telling the truth. That is literally it. What a mentally sick time we are living through We need god more than ever."