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Barry Sanders provides update on his recent health scare

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Grey Papke | Last updated Jul 10, 2024 2:39 PM ET

Detroit Lions legend Barry Sanders has provided an encouraging update on his health following a recent scare.

In a post to social media Wednesday, Sanders wrote that he has been “cleared to return to my normal activities” following last month's health scare. He encouraged people to use the incident as a reminder to prioritize their health.

1st, I can't thank family, friends, & fans enough. The outpouring of love & support over the past month has been incredibly humbling.

I have been cleared to return to my normal activities & my next stop is Cleveland on 7/27 at the @nsccshow

Let's all use this scare to… https://t.co/31VWuQpT7V

— Barry Sanders (@BarrySanders) July 10, 2024

The legendary running back, who turns 56 next week, did not offer too many details about his health scare, but made it sound quite serious. Fortunately, it does not appear that he is suffering from any long-term issues as a result.

Sanders led the NFL in rushing in 1997 with 2,053 yards and in rushing touchdowns in 1991 with 16. He was honored as the NFL MVP in 1997 and walked away from the game after the following season.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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