The world of television entertainment was briefly concerned following reports that “Dancing With the Stars” judge Carrie Ann Inaba experienced a significant medical emergency while flying to New York City. Inaba, who has been a fixture on the judging panel since 2005, shared the account of her ordeal through a personal Instagram post, providing a candid look into the sudden health scare.
According to her post, Inaba felt suddenly unwell while en route to attend an event she spoke of with great passion. The symptoms progressed rapidly, prompting an ambulance transfer after landing. She described the initial feeling as being inconsistent with typical ailments, mentioning symptoms like a cold sweat, dizziness, and a subsequent numbing sensation in her arms.
Inaba has a public history of managing various health challenges, notably living with Sjogren’s disease, an autoimmune disorder. While she stated she is accustomed to handling her health matters independently and travels with a comprehensive health toolkit, she emphasized that this specific episode felt markedly different and alarming. The situation was further complicated by turbulence occurring mid-flight, which limited immediate assistance options for her and the crew.
During the incident, the flight was experiencing turbulence, and out of a sense of caution, the flight attendants were instructed to remain seated. Despite those precautions, when the numbness in her arms set in, she recognized the urgent need for assistance. She later credited the prompt and skilled actions of both the flight crew and a doctor onboard with stabilizing her condition enough for safe landing.
Upon arrival on the ground, paramedics took over medical care, and Inaba was transported to the hospital where she received necessary treatment, including fluids, before being released. She conveyed gratitude for the care she received from first responders, acknowledging the seriousness of the moment when her blood pressure dropped. After resting and recovering at her hotel, Inaba expressed her intention to resume her advocacy work soon, thanking everyone involved for getting her through the scary experience.
The incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of health, even for public figures who manage chronic conditions. Her continued involvement with “Dancing With the Stars,” including her expected appearance at fan conventions, suggests a swift recovery. Authorities and medical professionals who treated her were praised for their professionalism during the crisis.