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Earlier today, reports emerged that Bad Brains guitarist Dr. Know, aka Gary Miller, was hospitalized for unknown reasons. This afternoon, the band shared a statement to its Facebook, asking for "thoughts and prayers."

The Bad Brains family ask that you please keep Gary (Dr. Know) Miller in your thoughts and prayers The family respectfully ask that their privacy be honored during this time and very much appreciate all the great energy that is being sent their way. Positive vibes and PMA!

Miller is a founding member of Bad Brains. In May, the band recorded a new EP in front of an audience in Woodstock, NY.

Update (11/10, 3:18 p.m.): Dr. Know's condition is "no longer considered critical," according to an updated posted on the band's Facebook (via Rolling Stone). Find their full update below.