DarlinLaurie said:

Yes, u could've, that wasn't even necessary.

Michael was rushed to the hospital (on the way to court) because of flu/strep throat
Doctors will make statement shortly
Michael admitted to a local hospital in Santa Maria and will probably be there for a couple days.
Jury selection moved until next Tuesday

scorp84 said:

Please its a joke - lighten up and have a sense of humor. And if I had the flu/strep throat I wouldn't be rushed to the hospital. I'd sit in a waiting room to see a doctor. It's all just a part of the game.

scorp84 said:

Who gets rushed to the hospital for flu/step throat, much less a hospitalization for either one? Ridiculous!

I hope he is ok. This whole thing is a nightmare.

DarlinLaurie said:

that, or go on with daily business and simply tough it out.

mj got a case of " oh shit i got caught this time

RipHer2Shreds said:[quote]

scorp84 said:

Some of my relatives have, 4 ur information. Does the flu have the same affect on everyone? No. Also, people DIE from the flu, so yes, it is that serious.That's like saying, "Why didn't Magic Johnson die from H.I.V. like other people?". Think b4 u speak next time.

scorp84 said:[quote]

RipHer2Shreds said:

My gosh are you that naive?? Yes people die from the flu, but usually it's the elderly and infants. Michael does not fit into either category. The category he does fit into is the rich and pampered. This is what happens when you have money and when you want to further postpone your upcoming trial.

scorp84 said:[quote]

RipHer2Shreds said:

You're comparing MJ having the flu to HIV? Get a grip. Yeah, people die from the flu, but somebody who has constant access to medical care does not. Next time, think before you make careless comparisons like that one.

scorp84 said:[quote]

RipHer2Shreds said:

that was just ignorant as fuck

Jesus

The flu!!!!!

And the circus continues, by the way, shouldn'tthis thread be locked and discussed in The trial sticky?

Handsclap!?!?!?!?!?!

RipHer2Shreds said:

Obviously, u didn't take the time 2 try 2 comprehend what I was saying. What I was trying 2 say is that illnesses effect people in different ways. Now, go back and read my statement again. My comment was not intended 2 offend anyone, because that H.I.V. comment (note the quotations) is one of many ignorant statements that people throw out when they see how healthy Magic Johnson looks. Access 2 the best medicine does not always guarantee positive results, so take a minute 2 ponder that.

SquirrelMeat said:

Seems like separate news to me. When I first heard about it, I didn't know how serious it was.

SANTA MARIA, Calif. - Michael Jackson (news) was taken to the hospital with the flu Tuesday morning, the judge in the singer's child molestation trial said. The development delayed jury selection a week.



Judge Rodney Melville told prospective jurors that Jackson had the flu and that jury selection would resume Feb. 22. Lawyers were expected back in court Tuesday to discuss unspecified motions.


The judge said Jackson was on his way to court when he was taken to the hospital emergency room instead. He later told prospective jurors that Jackson was to be admitted.


The judge made the initial announcement 15 minutes after Jackson was scheduled to appear in court at 8:30 a.m.


A call to the Marian Medical Center in Santa Maria, where Jackson was taken, was not immediately returned. Jackson spokeswoman Raymone K. Bain said she was trying to learn more about Jackson's condition and would comment later.


On Monday, questioning of prospective jurors got under way, and Jackson's lawyers announced they may call Elizabeth Taylor, Jay Leno, Quincy Jones (news) and Kobe Bryant to the witness stand.


The list of possible witnesses sounded like coming attractions for a major Hollywood spectacle. But Melville dimmed that prospect, saying not all of the celebrities would necessarily testify.


Attorneys are in the process of selecting 12 jurors and eight alternates who will decide whether Jackson molested a teenage cancer patient at his Neverland Ranch and plied the youth with alcohol.


During Monday's proceedings, Jackson smiled and nodded at potential jurors. At one point he picked roughly at a fingernail, and later wrapped it in a napkin.


Names of defense and prosecution witnesses were revealed to prospective jurors Monday so attorneys could find out if any of the more than 240 members of the pool had associations that may be important in jury selection.


Defense attorney Thomas Mesereau Jr. also named two of Jackson's children, Paris and Prince Michael. Possible prosecution witnesses included Debbie Rowe, their mother.


Other possible witnesses included Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Chris Tucker, former child actor Corey Feldman (news), Backstreet Boy Nick Carter (news) and younger brother Aaron, CBS correspondent Ed Bradley, CNN's Larry King, Fox broadcaster Rita Cosby, New Age guru Deepak Chopra, psychic Uri Geller, illusionist David Blaine (news - web sites), Las Vegas tycoon Steve Wynn (news) and relatives of the late Marlon Brando (news).


Prosecutors also listed the family of a boy involved in 1993 molestation allegations against Jackson. The judge has not yet ruled whether that incident can be mentioned in the trial. The accuser received a multimillion-dollar settlement and no criminal charges were filed.


Both sides listed former Jackson attorney Mark Geragos, and the defense list included Jackson's chief prosecutor, District Attorney Tom Sneddon.

RipHer2Shreds said:

There is no need for an otherwise healthy 45-year-old male to go to emerge with the flu. No need. Take lots of fluids and wait 2 weeks in bed - it's that simple.

The flu only kills the very very young, the very very old and otherwise immunocompromised patients.
[Edited 2/15/05 11:45am]

VoicesCarry said:

Who asks 4 the flu? How would we know what his medical status was last night and going in2 this morning? Some sicknesses r stress-related, and without the proper treatment (young, middle-aged, older), they can b fatal.
[Edited 2/15/05 11:53am]

actually, i just heard that they may be releasing him

seriously, when i first heard this, i thought he tried to kill himself.. for that, i would have been very sad.

but, the flu ??? thats really pushing it.

scorp84 said:

Hey, listen, I'm just telling you what I know from Microbiology & Immunology 221b: Biology of Infection & Immunity. But by all means, continue to educate me.

Oh, and PSA to everyone: this year's strain lasts about 2 weeks, so if Mikey's fine and back in session tomorrow, you know something was up.
[Edited 2/15/05 11:58am]

OdysseyMiles said:

He probably used a switch, and popped dat ass old school style.

Hey, maybe his hair caught on fire again?


[Edited 2/15/05 12:00pm]

Is this that uncommon for him in times of crisis?

sabaisabai said:

I'd hate to be negative, but I want some of that action! HOw do you do it? Do you take subtract 100 from their age? I would seriously take Matthew Perry! He seriously won't live to be fifty!

Handclapsfingasnapz said:

Damn it! Beat me to it!

VoicesCarry said:[quote]

scorp84 said:

I mean no disrespect, but a course is not gonna tell anyone what Michael Jackson's physical condition was between February 14th & 15th, or any date 4 that matter. He was taken 2 the hospital on the way 2 the courthouse. Not 2 mention, there is this...uh... "trial" going on, and at some point(s), it can take a toll on an individual's well-being.

Maybe due to the stress he's under, he's back to popping painkillers or some other drug again?

SnowQueen said:

I thought of this too.

scorp84 said:[quote]

VoicesCarry said:

Hence the phrase "otherwise healthy" - my assumption?



Now if he fainted or had a high fever (but less than 102F), which are possibilities, then I can understand an emerge visit. If you've had the flu before, though, and you're not in the susceptible age brackets, you should know that even these symptoms truly do not merit a visit to emerge - they're to be expected. Because Michael does not live in the real world, though, I'll make an allowance.

But if those conditions existed, it's highly probably that myalgia and fatigue would have rendered him unable to even get dressed or get IN the car, and they would have cancelled the visit long before they left the grounds.

Knowing Michael, I don't believe this. "The flu" sounds like either a copout or a coverup, take your choice.
[Edited 2/15/05 12:20pm]

CinisterCee said:

yah Flu...?

seriously doubt it...
and if he was dodging court could've made something better.

Somethinsg eerie, now i know this for certain,

Jackson does not have to be at the current court proceeding, he just chose to be at jury selection...

Somethings up...

I wonder whats cookin under the Jackson camp...

but i don't think it was meant to pause the proceedings,

I think court already released the wittness list already...

anyways Proceedings continue next week

maybe his nose peels when his nose gets runny i dunno lol

If even the judge says he's too ill to attend the court, it's serious. and the beauty of this is, knock this comment and you're saying the court has no credibility...either way I win! ( )

kev1n said:

Michael's doctor said that - not the judge. Judge is following the doctor's advice. The doctor is paid by Michael. You see the connection?

You guys never know. He could have been nervously popping too many Flintstones chewables and all that vitamin C could have caused him to have an accident in the car. That kind of embarassment would keep me inside for a little while. Plus, you know the limo driver is pissed. Gotta pay him off to keep the scoop (no pun intended) on the down low.