Pennsylvania Rep. Dwight Evans recovering from minor stroke

U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans from Philadelphia had a minor stroke and is now getting better at a rehab center. He is 70 years old and found out about the stroke this week. He didn't realize it happened until a few days later. The stroke affected one of his legs, making it hard for him to walk, but he believes it won't stop him from serving the people of Philadelphia in the long run. He will stay at the rehab center for another week and then continue therapy as an outpatient. He shared his diagnosis to raise awareness about strokes. He plans to teach people about strokes and show that many can recover and go back to their normal life. Dwight Evans, a Democrat in his fourth term, expects to return to voting in Washington, D.C. in six weeks. He represents the 3rd Congressional District in Pennsylvania, which includes parts of Philadelphia. Evans, who is 70 years old, had a minor stroke that affected his leg, but he didn't realize it at first. He wants to help remove the stigma around strokes and show that recovery is possible. Evans served in the state House of Representatives for 36 years before becoming a U.S. Congressman.