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King Harald of Norway is hospitalized for treatment in connection with a blood disease

King Harald of Norway is hospitalized for treatment in connection with a blood disease

Summary

King Harald of Norway, aged 89, has been admitted to the National Hospital for treatment related to hemolytic anemia, a blood disease. His son, Crown Prince Haakon, is acting as regent while the king is on sick leave.

Key Facts

  • King Harald was admitted to the hospital on Monday afternoon.
  • He has been treated with cortisone for hemolytic anemia in recent weeks.
  • The treatment caused fluid buildup in his body that requires hospital care.
  • The king has been on sick leave for two weeks.
  • Crown Prince Haakon is serving as regent during the king’s illness.
  • King Harald has had several recent hospital stays, including treatment for a skin infection in Spain and a pacemaker placement after falling ill in Malaysia.
  • Harald has been the king of Norway since 1991.
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