Brush With Death
Once again — As the WBC has cried out for years for good medical care. computerized and consistent standards for all fighters — here is another example why. Given her position in the community, It took a lot of courage for this fighter, to allow her story to be told:
Chicago boxer’s brush with death raises safety questions
February 25, 2010 8:39 PM
Boxer Rita Figueroa lasted all six rounds of her last fight before the bell rang and she headed to the locker room.
But the 40-year-old fighter was not well. A painful headache developed, then nausea and vomiting. She couldn’t sign for her check to get paid. Paramedics put her on a stretcher and prepared to put her in an ambulance.
TO read more:
http://www.chicagobreakingnews.com/2010/02/chicago-boxers-brush-with-death-raises-safety-questions.html