RELEASE UPON RECEIPT

5/31/95

STATEMENT FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA MEDICAL CENTER
     
     "Christopher Reeve remains in serious but stable condition," said Dr. John A. Jane,
chairman of the neurosurgery department at the University of Virginia and Mr. Reeve's
attending physician. "He has sustained complex fractures to the  first and second cervical
vertebrae that have resulted in an injury to the spinal cord. The extent of the damage is not
known.
     "Mr. Reeve currently has no movement or spontaneous respiration. He may require
surgery to stabilize the upper spine in the near future. At this time, it is premature to speculate
about his long-term prognosis."

Dr. John A. Jane is a specialist in trauma injuries to the spine.

STATEMENT FROM THE REEVE FAMILY
     
     "We wish to express our thanks to the University of Virginia Medical Center, to Dr.
Jane, to Dr. Scott Henson and to all of the staff at the center.
     "Our thanks, too, go out to all of Christopher's friends and extended family for the
many notes and flowers they have sent. The support they have offered means a great deal to
Christopher, to Dana and to the family.
     "Thanks also to the fans and all the people who are a part of his life's work and have
sent their good wishes. Christopher deeply appreciates having received expressions of good
will from so many people.
     "As the medical statement indicates, we do not know what lies ahead. It means
everything to Christopher and his family to have all of your thoughts and prayers."

Dr. Scott  Henson is chief resident for neurosurgery.

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