Sports journalist Héctor Gómez was the victim of a road accident last Monday on the Duarte highway, after briefly losing consciousness while heading to Radio Televisión Dominicana (RTVD). The incident occurred at kilometer 13 of the elevated road, in the west‑east section, where his vehicle repeatedly collided with the retaining walls. Upon recovering, he found several motorists around him, mostly motorcyclists, who explained what had happened.
During the episode, the vehicle’s airbags deployed. Gómez reported discomfort in his forehead, chest, neck, and right side. The National Emergency and Safety Response System unit (9‑1‑1) arrived on the scene and provided first aid before transporting him to the Center for Diagnosis, Advanced Medicine and Telemedicine (CEDIMAT).
Detected medical conditions
The journalist remained hospitalized for three days under observation. Tests revealed high blood pressure, as well as elevated cholesterol and glucose levels, which require medical follow‑up. Gómez noted that he had not previously made frequent medical visits, despite his work and personal workload.
Columnist’s reaction
“Now I realize that they weigh heavily on me emotionally,” the columnist explained while reflecting on the pressure exerted by the responsibilities he assumes. After his recovery, he thanked God and stated that he will review his daily routine, incorporating exercise and reducing sedentary behavior to take care of his health.
Gómez’s testimony underscores the importance of paying attention to health signals and seeking medical evaluations when sudden episodes of loss of consciousness occur.
Source credits: diarioaldia.com
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