Health of Norway’s king deteriorates while in hospital, palace says

Norway's King Harald, 89, is in hospital due to complications from a blood condition. His health has deteriorated over the weekend, according to a statement from the palace.

The king is being treated for haemolytic anaemia, a condition caused by an abnormally rapid destruction of red blood cells. He is also receiving antibiotics for a bacterial infection in his blood and has responded to this treatment, the palace said.

King Harald was admitted to Oslo University Hospital after a medical examination. He had previously been placed on sick leave for two weeks and had cancelled a visit to the central region of Trondelag scheduled for September 1 and 2. His son, Crown Prince Haakon, is serving as regent in the king's absence.

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