MONTREAL – Hospital officials say Sen. Jacques Demers is responding well to therapy and that his overall medical condition is stable after his stroke a week ago.
The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) said in a statement Wednesday afternoon his neurological condition continues to improve and the medical team is pleased with his prognosis for rehabilitation.
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The next update is scheduled for Friday morning, when media will be able to meet with the treating physician.
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The 71-year-old former NHL coach was rushed to hospital last Wednesday night.
Demers, who coached the Montreal Canadiens to their 1993 Stanley Cup victory, is a patient of the team’s current doctor, David Mulder.