Christina Applegate has spoken out after reports of her recent hospitalization, saying she is “getting stronger and better every day” as she focuses on her health. The actress shared the update in an Instagram post on April 20, thanking fans for their support.
Applegate, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2021, did not disclose details about her hospitalization but said she is taking time to prioritize her recovery. “Health issues are a constant for me, but I’m a strong chick,” she wrote, adding that she will return “soon enough.”
The update follows reports that the Emmy-winning actress had been hospitalized in Los Angeles in recent weeks. Applegate has long been open about her MS diagnosis, using her platform to raise awareness and speak candidly about living with the condition.
Indeed, when celebrities open up about their medical struggles, it raises public awareness and helps others with the same condition feel less alone. MS is a common neurological disease that affects approximately 2.8 million people worldwide. Several celebrities have disclosed their MS diagnoses and, like Applegate, shared how it affects their lives.
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