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Katie Waissel thanks fans for outpouring of love

Katie Waissel credit:Bang Showbiz
Katie Waissel credit:Bang Showbiz

Katie Waissel has thanked fans for their outpouring of love after she suffered a suspected heart attack this week.

The 35-year-old former 'X Factor' contestant was rushed to hospital on Wednesday (10.11.21) and revealed doctors are still investigating what caused her health emergency.

She originally explained her health scare with an Instagram post, which read: "Let me tell you, I was taken by ambulance for a suspected heart attack and @nhs @ldn_ambulance Watford general AND the ambulance services were / are amazing.

"I was initially told there was a wait by the ambulance call centre, but an ambulance was at my door within minutes. The entire team at Watford were / are beyond impeccable, and I am so grateful for your continued help!!

"So with this, if you’re experiencing a life threatening emergency, do not hesitate to call 999, they WILL come for you!!!

"#nhs #hardworking #humanbeings #support #applaud #nhsworkers #families #friends #thoseinneed #stopthefear #behonest #staytrue #supporteachother."

And she later posted a follow-up, which said: "I am truly overwhelmed by the outpour of love, well wishes and support from you all and can’t thank you enough.

"Wednesday was indeed a scary day. I’m pleased to let you know that I am home and taking it easy. It’s important to ask that as we investigate what happened and why medically, kindly try not to speculate or be afraid. I will provide more information later.

"But for now, I must listen to my body and take care of it. I’ve still got plenty of the good fights to fight!

"All my love, Katie

"#thankyou #thegoodfight #anotefrommetoyou #keeponkeepinon #grateful."