Metzen is a very rich man, and he can afford the best treatment in America. I don't think there is any reason for people to freak out like that. People like Metzen don't just die in their 40's like the John Does of this world do.
Veteran vanilla player - I was 31 back in 2005 when I started playing WoW - Nostalrius raider with a top raid guild.
Metzen.
Our Savior. Our Thrall.