Former President Bill Clinton Hospitalized with Fever
Former President Bill Clinton, 78, was admitted to Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C., on Monday, December 23, after developing a fever, according to his spokesperson.
Angel Urena, a spokesperson for the former president, released a statement on X (formerly Twitter) offering reassurance about Clinton’s condition. ”President Clinton was admitted to Georgetown University Hospital this afternoon for testing and remains under observation after contracting a fever. His spirits are high and he is grateful for the quality of care received,” Urena wrote.
This isn’t the first time Clinton has required hospitalization.in 2004, he underwent quadruple coronary bypass surgery, and in 2010, he had an angioplasty. More recently, in 2021, he was treated for sepsis.
Despite his current hospitalization,reports indicate Clinton remains in good spirits. A source close to the former president stated, “He remains in good spirits and deeply appreciates the excellent care he is receiving.”
Clinton’s Recent Public Appearances
Clinton’s hospitalization comes after a period of relatively high public profile. He actively supported Kamala Harris during the recent presidential campaign, speaking at the democratic National Convention last August.During his speech, he notably commented on then-Republican candidate Donald Trump’s age, stating, “Two days ago, I turned 78. I am the oldest man in my family. And the only pride I can take from that is to say that I am still younger than Donald Trump (two months older, Editor’s note).” He also recently published his memoir, Citizen.
The former president’s health remains a matter of public interest, given his significant role in American political history. Updates on his condition are expected as thay become available.
Former President Bill Clinton was admitted to Georgetown University Hospital on December 23,2024 after developing a fever. [1] His spokesperson, Angel Urena, stated that Clinton was admitted for testing and observation and that his spirits are high.[1] This is not Clinton’s first hospitalization. He underwent quadruple coronary bypass surgery in 2004, an angioplasty in 2010, and was treated for sepsis in 2021.[1] Despite his recent hospitalization, Clinton remains in good spirits.[1]
