Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit's health has significantly worsened
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- Crown Prince Haakon of Norway expressed deep concern over his wife Crown Princess Mette-Marit's deteriorating health due to her chronic lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis.
- He stated that the Crown Princess requires daily oxygen support and that her condition has worsened significantly.
- The article also briefly mentions the ongoing health issues faced by King Harald and Queen Sonja.
Crown Prince Haakon of Norway has voiced serious concerns about the declining health of his wife, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, who suffers from pulmonary fibrosis. The Crown Prince revealed that the princess is "seriously ill" and her condition has worsened considerably in recent times.
The Crown Princess is seriously ill and her health condition has significantly worsened recently. I am worried about her.
"I am worried about her," Haakon stated in Oslo, adding that Mette-Marit relies on daily oxygen therapy to help manage her condition. He noted that she has been seen using an oxygen device in public on several occasions recently. "We have to try to cope with this as best we can," the Crown Prince added, acknowledging the personal challenges the family faces.
We have to try to cope with this as best we can.
The health of the royal family has been a subject of concern, with King Harald and Queen Sonja also experiencing health problems. Queen Sonja, 88, has atrial fibrillation, while her 89-year-old husband, King Harald, continues to battle recurring health issues. Despite these challenges, Prince Haakon acknowledged their dedication, stating, "It is admirable how the King and Queen continue to fulfill their official duties."
It is admirable how the King and Queen continue to fulfill their official duties.
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Originally published by SME in Slovak. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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