Governor General’s Wife Reveals Health Struggles, Undergoes Multiple Surgeries

Sandra Scotland-Williams, the wife of Antigua and Barbuda’s Governor General Sir Rodney Williams, has opened up about her ongoing health struggles following a series of major surgeries. In a candid Facebook post on Friday, Scotland-Williams revealed that she underwent spinal surgery in the United Kingdom and additional procedures in Trinidad. She disclosed that the surgeries have left her with paralysis in her left hand and arm, and she remains uncertain about the possibility of regaining full functionality. ‘Time will tell if things will ever be ‘normal’ again,’ she wrote. Scotland-Williams also shared graphic details of her medical journey, explaining that her neck was incised from ear to ear to allow neurosurgeons to perform their work. Her vertebrae were replaced with a metal cage, and she continues to battle pulmonary embolism, which has caused significant swelling. Despite these challenges, she remains resilient, stating, ‘We never know what life holds. Always be prepared to deal with whatever curve ball you are thrown. I’m still standing.’ Her heartfelt disclosure has garnered an outpouring of support and well wishes from the public, highlighting her strength and determination in the face of adversity.