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Jenny Simpson
Athlete
Olympic medallist who competed for the United States in middle-distance events.
Notable Quotes
"Jenny is receiving excellent medical care, and our thoughts are with her and her family during this time."View Story →
"Jenny and her family are deeply grateful to the first responders, the medical teams at UNC Rex Hospital and Duke University Hospital, and everyone who has cared for her over the past nine days."View Story →
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Olympian Simpson leaves hospital after cardiac arrest
Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson is released from hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest while running at an event in the United States last week.
June 26, 2026Olympic medallist Simpson recovering after collapse
Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson is making 'encouraging improvement' in hospital after collapsing at an event in Raleigh, North Carolina.
June 18, 2026US Olympic medallist Simpson collapses at mile event
Olympic medalist Jenny Simpson receiving treatment in hospital following a "medical incident" at an event in Raleigh, North Carolina.
June 17, 2026