Detroit minister Malik Shabazz recovering from respiratory procedure on his birthday

Detroit minister Malik Shabazz is recovering from a respiratory procedure on his birthday.

Shabazz is recovering at Henry Ford Hospital on Tuesday (Nov. 19) after having a considerable amount of fluid removed and is in stable condition.

The community activist was hospitalized on Nov. 14, the day after Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan gave him a shoutout during his announcement that he would not run for office for a fourth term.

Prior to rehabilitation treatment, Shabazz had been on a respirator, received a temporary, then permanent, heart pump implant, subsequently battled an infection, and continued to improve after suffering a massive heart attack in June 2023.

The family expresses heartfelt gratitude for community-wide support and prayers for Shabazz and is deeply appreciative of the care provided.