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By Howard Packowitz and Dave Dahl
SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker pledges to remain “fully engaged” in his job even as he recovers from a hairline fracture to his left thighbone.
A doctor ordered the first-term governor to rest for the next four to six weeks.
Pritzker won’t need surgery.
His staff said Pritzker isn’t sure how he suffered the injury, but he’s experienced knee pain for several weeks.
The condition became significantly worse while participating in many events, including the Springfield and DuQuoin state fairs, where he stood or walked long distances.
Aside from the injury, staffers said the governor is in good physical health.
A spokeswoman told WJBC Springfield Correspondent Dave Dahl the governor will use crutches, but won’t need a cast or wheelchair.
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