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Alabama Student's Fall in Dominican Republic Sparks $75K Fundraiser

1/1/2026

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Matthew Polaski, a University of Alabama student, suffered severe head injuries in the Dominican Republic after a fall on December 28.
He underwent emergency surgery to relieve brain swelling.
He was transported to Miami for ongoing treatment.
A GoFundMe page has raised nearly $75,000 for his medical expenses, which are expected to rise due to limited insurance coverage for international care.
His family remains hopeful during this challenging time.

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Story summary

Matthew Polaski, a University of Alabama student, suffered severe head injuries in the Dominican Republic after a fall on December 28.
He underwent emergency surgery to relieve brain swelling.
He was transported to Miami for ongoing treatment.
A GoFundMe page has raised nearly $75,000 for his medical expenses, which are expected to rise due to limited insurance coverage for international care.
His family remains hopeful during this challenging time.