Why was Harvey Weinstein transferred from Rikers to Bellevue Hospital?

Weinstein was transferred due to health concerns, as his conditions were being exacerbated by jail conditions at Rikers Island, and he required ongoing medical treatment at Bellevue Hospital.

What health conditions does Harvey Weinstein have?

Weinstein suffers from chronic myeloid leukemia, heart issues, diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, sciatica, and severe limitations on his ability to walk. Recently, he also experienced a tongue infection.

What are the charges against Harvey Weinstein in this retrial?

Weinstein is being retried for charges related to raping two women and forcing oral sex on another. The charges include some from his original trial and at least one new allegation from a woman not previously involved in the original trial.

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Harvey Weinstein Transferred to Hospital for Retrial on Sexual Assault Charges

Harvey Weinstein has been moved to Bellevue Hospital for medical treatment during his retrial after a judge's ruling amid health concerns.

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Harvey Weinstein has been transferred from Rikers Island to Bellevue Hospital after a judge approved the move due to health issues exacerbated by jail conditions. Weinstein, facing retrial on sexual assault charges after his previous conviction was overturned, needs medical treatment for chronic conditions, including leukemia. The hearing regarding his hospital stay will continue next week as jury selection progresses. He has maintained his innocence against the allegations for which he is being retried, including a new charge from an anonymous woman. Weinstein has also filed a legal claim against New York City for substandard treatment.

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Harvey Weinstein has been moved to a hospital to receive necessary medical treatment due to health issues exacerbated by conditions at Rikers Island jail.
His lawyers argue that the conditions at the jail are substandard and have led to significant health decline, prompting the request for his transfer to Bellevue Hospital.
Weinstein is facing retrial on serious sexual assault charges after his previous conviction was overturned, with current jury selection underway.

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: Weinstein was transferred due to health concerns, as his conditions were being exacerbated by jail conditions at Rikers Island, and he required ongoing medical treatment at Bellevue Hospital.
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: Weinstein suffers from chronic myeloid leukemia, heart issues, diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, sciatica, and severe limitations on his ability to walk. Recently, he also experienced a tongue infection.
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: Weinstein is being retried for charges related to raping two women and forcing oral sex on another. The charges include some from his original trial and at least one new allegation from a woman not previously involved in the original trial.
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