Debbie Gibson is 37 years past Electric Youth, and now, it’s really important for her and others her age to stay on top of preventive care.
That’s the message the iconic ’80s singer wanted to share when she hit record from a hospital bed with a message for her fans.
With her hand placed dramatically against her forehead with a hospital bracelet on display, Gibson told the camera, “Post anesthesia colonoscopy, this is your friendly reminder to go get yours.”
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“Right, girls?” Gibson motioned to the two women in scrubs behind her as they smiled and waived to the camera.
In her caption, the “Foolish Beat” singer wrote, “Just another glamorous weekend in Las Vegas !!! š Peace of mind āļøš§š¼āāļø”
Then, she shared why she was sitting in a hospital bed, writing, “Iām not above posting in a hospital gown and fluorescent lighting this morning to tell you that procedures like this are a must if youāre of the age or are genetically predisposed or have any symptoms or a gut feelingā¦ trust it. Trust your docs. Get all the check ups. Seemingly all is a ok. And in any case , best to have the facts as awareness about oneās health is power āļø”
Gibson admitted to “kicking some health related things down the road” before she elaborated, sharing, “My dogs and I made a party of it last night š Itās not fun. But, this is my second colonoscopy in 10 years and Iām of the belief this is the mac daddy test in its realm. Thereās othersā¦ and everyone should do what they feel.”
The 55-year-old pop star admitted she “made space this year for a health and wellness reset” and she was hoping that by sharing her own preventive care journey, she would inspire others to stop putting off their own preventive care and get checked.
Gibson stays busy performing at various shows, including nostalgia-based performances like her anniversary of “Lost in Your Eyes” and the promotion of her memoir, Eternally Electric on the talk show circuit.
Gibson also has several concerts scheduled for later in 2026, but despite staying busy promoting her work, the singer and author is making sure to put her health first and to remind others that they should do the same.