Schumacher's Condition Amid Leaked Photos Scandal and Family's Joyous News
Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher has remained out of the public spotlight since a life-threatening skiing accident in 2013, with his health closely protected by his family. The German racing icon, now 56, suffered severe brain injuries after hitting his head on a rock while skiing off-piste in the French Alps. Despite wearing a helmet, the impact was devastating.
He was airlifted to hospital and placed in a medically induced coma for several months. Later, he was moved to his home on Lake Geneva in Switzerland, where he continues to receive continuous medical supervision.
Nearly twelve years after the accident, only limited information about Schumacher’s condition has been shared. Reports suggest he remains bedridden, unable to communicate verbally, and depends on a team of around fifteen caregivers for his daily needs.
“Based on the information available, I don't think he leads a very active life,” said Finnish neurosurgeon Dr. Jussi Posti to Iltalehti.
German broadcaster Felix Gorner echoed these sentiments, describing Schumacher as someone “who can no longer express himself through language,” and calling it “a very sad state of affairs.”
Author’s Summary
More than a decade after his tragic accident, Michael Schumacher’s condition remains guarded, with experts suggesting stability but severe limitations in his daily life.