How is Laura Pausini? Oxygen mask on stage

Moments of fear for Laura Pausiniduring a live performance in Quito, Ecuador. On the last stage of her world tour, the singer from Solarolo was forced to interrupt the concert in front of an audience of 8,000 people. Suddenly, she began to experience shortness of breath which prompted her to request the intervention of healthcare personnel.

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Oxygen mask for Laura Pausini

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The episode occurred in the middle of the show at the General Rumiñahui Sports Hall. Without leaving the stage or seeking shelter behind the scenes, Laura Pausini asked her personal assistant to pass her the oxygen mask. Then, he quickly lightened the mood with a joke: “Can you talk while wearing this?”

How is Laura Pausini?

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The reaction of the public was immediate, who immediately burst into applause and shouts of encouragement. Those present also documented the event with numerous videos then published on social media. In any case, it all lasted a few moments and the 51-year-old immediately returned to performing. “She’s a professional, no one can stop her,” we read.

The altitude problem

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The accident was due to a very specific reason and the congenital heart defect had nothing to do with it. Quito is located approx 2,850 meters above sea levelan altitude that results in a lower concentration of oxygen in the air. Supporting a musical show in these conditions therefore requires one greater physical effort. For an artist like Laura Pausini, always busy on international tours, the sudden transition from one location to another can make it difficult to adapt to local conditions. In these cases, the use of oxygen represents a practical and safe measure to manage any problems and prevent complications.

The previous one

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This is not an isolated episode for Laura Pausini. Already in 2024, during a concert in Mexico Citythe singer had found herself dealing with a similar situation but, even on that occasion, she had played down the incident with her sympathy and ready jokes.