Norway’s King Harald in ‘extremely serious’ condition, palace says
Summary
Norway’s King Harald, 89 years old, is very sick and in an “extremely serious” condition due to a blood disease. He has been in the hospital since August 17, and his family members, including Queen Sonja and Crown Prince Haakon, have canceled their public activities to stay with him.Key Facts
- King Harald is 89 years old and has been hospitalized in Oslo since August 17.
- He is suffering from haemolytic anemia, a disease that destroys red blood cells quickly and causes tiredness and breathing problems.
- The palace described his condition as “extremely serious.”
- Queen Sonja and Crown Prince Haakon, who is acting as regent, canceled all royal events.
- Family members have been by the king’s side in the hospital.
- The king was admitted partly because of fluid buildup related to the cortisone treatment he is receiving.
- King Harald has had health problems before, including the need for a pacemaker.
- He became king in 1991 and has said he will not give up the throne because of a lifelong promise he made to the Norwegian parliament.
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