Bob Caldwell Needs Your Prayers

Bob Caldwell, former City Council President and recent Salisbury Mayoral candidate, has disclosed that he is fighting what has become an all-too-familiar foe.

Caldwell slipped on “black ice” in January shortly after filing his candidacy for Mayor, and suffered a broken right ankle. In mid-March, as he neared full recovery from the injury, a blood clot developed in his left leg. There was no obvious reason for the clot to form, and he began treatment with anti-coagulants to prevent the formation of more clots. Unfortunately, several more did develop, requiring two periods of hospitalization.

Medical tests were conducted and uncovered the probable cause for the clotting. Caldwell, a two-time cancer survivor, has been found to have a third malignancy.

“No decision has been made regarding treatment,” Caldwell said, “but with the continued strong support of my faith, family, and many friends and supporters, I will meet this challenge head-on. I am grateful for the expressions of concern and encouragement, and look forward to a complete recovery and continuing to be an active participant in the life of Salisbury and Wicomico County.”