The promising F1 race star Jules Bianchi is finally out of induced coma and can now breathe without aid. His family reported that Bianchi's health condition is undergoing positive improvement, a statement that Bianchi's doctors agree to. Bianchi is still admitted to intensive care, and has been critically ill since his grave accident at the Japanese Grand Prix last year.
Jules Bianchi, 25, has shown relatively positive health progress recently. His parents released a statement wherein they said: "Jules is no longer in the artificial coma in which he was placed shortly after the accident; however, he is still unconscious. He is breathing unaided and his vital signs are stable but his condition is still classified as critical. His treatment now enters a new phase concerned with the improvement of his brain function."
Bianchi will be transferred to Le Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice where he was born and raised. "We are thankful that the next phase of Jules' treatment can continue close to home, where he can be surrounded by his wider family and friends," Bianchi's parents stated.
Bianchi suffered from a diffuse axonal injury after his car crashed on the 44th lap in Sunday's rain-shortened race at the Suzuka circuit, on October 5, 2015 at the Japanese Grand Prix.
According to a report issued by FIA, Bianchi lost control of his car, travelled across the run-off area and hit the back of the recovery tractor which was being used to remove Sutil's car which had crashed two laps ago. At the time of the crash, rain was falling steadily and it was getting dark. Several drivers complained of not being able to see properly.
Jules Bianchi suffered from a diffuse axonal injury which takes place in a widespread area of the brain that affects many brain functions including respiration and alertness. This injury usually happens in half of all traumatic head injuries.
Julies Bianchi still has not fully awakened yet and at present, is still undergoing intensive therapy.
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