Former US President Bill Clinton, 78, was discharged from Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington on Tuesday following treatment for the flu, according to his deputy chief of staff, Angel Urena.
“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 his warmest wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season to all,” Ureña said in a statement.
“President Clinton remains in good spirits and deeply appreciates the excellent care he received,” Urena added.
Clinton had been admitted on Monday after experiencing a fever, Urena confirmed in a post on the social media platform X.
Clinton was admitted for tests and observation after developing flu-like symptoms but was reportedly in stable condition throughout his stay. Urena stated that Clinton is expected to return home before Christmas, adding, “The president is fine.”
Health history
This latest hospitalization is not Clinton’s first health-related incident. Over the years, the former president has faced several health challenges, including a quadruple bypass surgery in 2004, surgery for a partially collapsed lung in 2005, placement of two coronary stents in 2010 and a six-day hospital stay in 2021 for a non-Covid-related urological infection that spread to his bloodstream.
Clinton, who served as US president from 1993 to 2001, has adopted a predominantly vegan diet in recent years, resulting in significant weight loss and improved health.
Despite his health challenges, Clinton has remained active in public life.
Earlier this year, he spoke at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago and campaigned for Vice President Kamala Harris’s presidential bid.