Norway's King Harald V in 'extremely serious' condition, palace says
The 89-year-old monarch, Europe's oldest reigning monarch, is receiving treatment at Oslo University Hospital for a blood condition and bacterial infection.
Current Health Status
King Harald V of Norway is in "extremely serious" condition, according to the country's royal household. The 89-year-old monarch, who is Europe's oldest reigning monarch, has been hospitalized in Oslo since August 17.
Palace officials stated on Thursday that the King's health has deteriorated. While the monarch has responded to certain treatments, he remains at Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet.
Medical Details
King Harald is receiving treatment for haemolytic anaemia, described as a rare blood condition. Additionally, the palace confirmed that the King is receiving antibiotics to treat a bacterial infection in his bloodstream.
Prior to the most recent deterioration, the royal palace had indicated that the King's condition had stabilized following the bacterial blood infection. He had also been on sick leave for several weeks leading up to his admission to the National Hospital.
Royal Family Response
In response to the King's worsening health, Queen Sonja and Crown Prince Haakon have cancelled all of their royal engagements. Members of the royal family have gathered at the King's bedside at Oslo University Hospital.
Official Status and Duties
King Harald has served as Norway's ceremonial head of state since 1991. The palace has announced that the monarch will remain on leave from his royal duties until further notice.
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- 1.Al Jazeera — Norway’s King Harald in ‘extremely serious’ condition, palace says
- 2.Greenwichtime — Norwegian King Harald's health is in very serious condition, palace says - Greenwich Time
- 3.Bbc — Norway's royal family gathers at King Harald's bedside as his condition worsens - BBC
- 4.Nypost — Norway’s King Harald in ‘very serious’ health condition, royal family cancels all planned events - New York Post
- 5.Bbc — Norway's King Harald V's health has worsened, palace says - BBC
- 6.Dw — Norway: King Harald's health has 'deteriorated' — palace - DW.com
- 7.Greenwichtime — The health of Norway's King Harald deteriorates over the weekend - Greenwich Time
- 8.Nypost — Health of Norway’s King Harald deteriorates after he’s admitted to hospital - New York Post
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