JUST IN: Bill Clinton Is Hospitalized
Former President Bill Clinton, 78, was released from MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C., on Sunday after being treated for a flu-related illness. The hospital stay lasted less than 48 hours, and according to his spokesperson, Clinton is now recovering at home and “in good spirits.”
The former president was admitted on December 23 with a high fever and mild dehydration, prompting his medical team to keep him under observation overnight. In a statement, Clinton and his family expressed gratitude for the “exceptional care” provided by the hospital staff and thanked supporters for their well wishes.
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“President Clinton was discharged earlier today after being treated for the flu. He and his family are deeply grateful for the exceptional care provided by the team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and are touched by the kind messages and well wishes he received,” wrote Clinton aide Angel Ureña in a statement on X. “He sends his warmest wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season to all.”
President Clinton was discharged earlier today after being treated for the flu. He and his family are deeply grateful for the exceptional care provided by the team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and are touched by the kind messages and well wishes he received. He sends… https://t.co/URiITiMqF8
— Angel Ureña (@angelurena) December 24, 2024
The brief health scare highlights a recurring theme for the 42nd president, who has faced several significant health challenges in recent years. Clinton’s health issues date back to 2004, when he underwent a quadruple bypass surgery after experiencing prolonged chest pain and shortness of breath. That procedure was a wake-up call for Clinton, who had been known for his love of fast food and high-stress lifestyle during his years in the White House.
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In 2010, Clinton returned to the hospital to have two stents inserted into one of his coronary arteries. This procedure came after he began experiencing discomfort while walking uphill. At the time, Clinton adopted a vegan diet, crediting the lifestyle change for his improved health and significant weight loss.
More recently, in 2021, Clinton was hospitalized in California for a urinary tract infection that had spread to his bloodstream, a condition known as sepsis. Despite the seriousness of the infection, Clinton’s medical team described his recovery as “exceptional” and credited his active lifestyle and resilience.
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Last month, Clinton released his memoir, “Citizen: My Life After the White House,” which reflects on his post-presidential years and significant events of the 21st century, such as the 9/11 attacks, the Iraq War, and the January 6 breach. During the 2024 presidential campaign, Clinton actively supported Democratic nominee Kamala Harris. He participated in rallies across battleground states, including North Carolina and Georgia, aiming to mobilize voters. Despite these efforts, Harris lost the election to Donald Trump.