King of Norway's health has worsened, palace says
King Harald V of Norway remains hospitalized due to a bacterial infection, with his condition described as worsening despite responding to treatment. Crown Prince Haakon continues to serve as regent while the royal family navigates a series of personal and health-related challenges.
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The health of a long-reigning monarch and the stability of the Norwegian royal family are matters of significant national and international interest.
Image source, Ritzau Scanpix/Bo Amstrup via REUTERS By Mallory Moench Published 58 minutes ago King Harald V of Norway's health has worsened, the palace has said, as he remains in hospital receiving antibiotics for a bacterial infection in his bloodstream.
The monarch has responded to treatment despite the deterioration in his condition, according to the palace, but he will remain at Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, and on leave from royal duties until further notice.
The 89-year-old, who has been on the throne since 1991, was admitted to hospital and put on sick leave a week ago.
His son, Crown Prince Haakon, 53, has been serving as regent while his father is on leave.
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