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Parokya ni Edgar's Gab Chee Kee is now out of the ICU
Parokya ni Edgar guitarist Gab Chee Kee is now out of the Intensive Care Unit after getting hospitalized due to pneumonia.
The OPM band shared the update on Instagram, Wednesday, sharing a photo of Gab holding a guitar on his hospital bed, though his face cannot be seen.
The musician has been diagnosed with lymphoma last year and has been undergoing chemotherapy.
"Though still far from 100%, he has already transferred to a progressive room to continue his recovery from the pneumonia and the complications brought after," the band said.
"Hindi pa siya makakalabas ng hospital anytime soon, pero eto siya, nagpapraktis na mag gitara para makapag-gig ulit siya para sa inyo!"
Parokya ni Edgar also said Gab is now allowed to hold a phone and he has read comments online.
"Since nababasa niya 'to, positive comments please para pang tulong sa recovery! Bawal mga negastar!"
The OPM community has launched several fundraising activities to help Gab with his hospital bills. Parokya ni Edgar auctioned memorabilia, several bands organized the Resbak Para Kay Gab gig, and the Eraserheads auctioned a signed guitar.
Parokya ni Edgar thanked everyone who are praying for Gab's recovery.
"Once he has completely recovered from the pneumonia and complications, he can continue with the treatment for his lymphoma. Slowly but surely, gagaling si Gab!"
—MGP, GMA Integrated News
