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Washington DC, United States
Bill Clinton, the 78-year-old former US president, was released from Georgetown University Medical Center on Tuesday (Dec 24) after receiving treatment for flu. His deputy chief of staff, Angel Urena, confirmed that Clinton is now expected to return home before Christmas.
Stable condition and recovery plans
Clinton was admitted to the hospital after showing flu-like symptoms, but his condition remained stable during his stay. Urena reassured that Clinton is “fine” and in good spirits, looking forward to spending the holidays with his family.
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Gratitude for care and support  
In a statement, Urena expressed Clinton and his family's gratitude for the "exceptional care" provided by MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Clinton also conveyed his thanks for the "kind messages and well wishes" he received from the public. He added, "He sends his warmest wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season to all."
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Flu surge across the US
As Clinton recovers, flu cases continue to rise across the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, flu-like illness visits have been above baseline levels since late November, with hospitalisation rates doubling in recent weeks. The CDC reports approximately 1.9 million flu cases, 23,000 hospitalisations, and 970 deaths so far this season.
Past health challenges
This isn't Clinton's first health scare. Over the years, the former president has dealt with various medical issues, including a quadruple bypass surgery in 2004, surgery for a collapsed lung in 2005, and coronary stents in 2010. In 2021, Clinton was hospitalised for six days due to a urological infection that spread to his bloodstream. Despite these challenges, Clinton has remained active and committed to his public life.
(With inputs from agencies)

Clinton was admitted to the hospital after showing flu-like symptoms, but his condition remained stable during his stay.



Washington DC, United States Bill Clinton, the 78-year-old former US president, was released from Georgetown University Medical Center on Tuesday (Dec 24) after receiving treatment for flu. His deputy chief of staff, Angel Urena, confirmed that Clinton is now expected to return home before Christmas. Stable condition and recovery plans Clinton was admitted to the hospital after showing flu-like symptoms, but his condition remained stable during his stay. Urena reassured that Clinton is “fine” and in good spirits, looking forward to spending the holidays with his family. Also read | Mystery drones won't interfere with Santa's work: US tracker Gratitude for care and support In a statement, Urena expressed Clinton and his family's gratitude for the "exceptional care" provided by MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Clinton also conveyed his thanks for the "kind messages and well wishes" he received from the public. He added, "He sends his warmest wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season to all." Also read | NYC subway fire: Accused illegal Guatemalan immigrant was deported in 2018, but he snuck back Flu surge across the US As Clinton recovers, flu cases continue to rise across the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, flu-like illness visits have been above baseline levels since late November, with hospitalisation rates doubling in recent weeks. The CDC reports approximately 1.9 million flu cases, 23,000 hospitalisations, and 970 deaths so far this season. Past health challenges This isn't Clinton's first health scare. Over the years, the former president has dealt with various medical issues, including a quadruple bypass surgery in 2004, surgery for a collapsed lung in 2005, and coronary stents in 2010. In 2021, Clinton was hospitalised for six days due to a urological infection that spread to his bloodstream. Despite these challenges, Clinton has remained active and committed to his public life. (With inputs from agencies)

Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after flu treatment, expected to return home before Christmas

Bill Clinton, the 78-year-old former US president, was released from Georgetown University Medical Center on Tuesday (Dec 24) after receiving treatment for flu. His deputy chief of staff, Angel Urena, confirmed that Clinton is now expected to return home before Christmas.

Stable condition and recovery plans

Clinton was admitted to the hospital after showing flu-like symptoms, but his condition remained stable during his stay. Urena reassured that Clinton is “fine” and in good spirits, looking forward to spending the holidays with his family.

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Gratitude for care and support &nbsp;

In a statement, Urena expressed Clinton and his family's gratitude for the "exceptional care" provided by MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Clinton also conveyed his thanks for the "kind messages and well wishes" he received from the public. He added, "He sends his warmest wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season to all."

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Flu surge across the US

As Clinton recovers, flu cases continue to rise across the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, flu-like illness visits have been above baseline levels since late November, with hospitalisation rates doubling in recent weeks. The CDC reports approximately 1.9 million flu cases, 23,000 hospitalisations, and 970 deaths so far this season.

Past health challenges

This isn't Clinton's first health scare. Over the years, the former president has dealt with various medical issues, including a quadruple bypass surgery in 2004, surgery for a collapsed lung in 2005, and coronary stents in 2010. In 2021, Clinton was hospitalised for six days due to a urological infection that spread to his bloodstream. Despite these challenges, Clinton has remained active and committed to his public life.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Bill Clinton, the 78-year-old former US president, was released from Georgetown University Medical Center on Tuesday (Dec 24) after receiving treatment for flu. His deputy chief of staff, Angel Urena, confirmed that Clinton is now expected to return home before Christmas.

Bill Clinton, the 78-year-old former US president, was released from Georgetown University Medical Center on Tuesday (Dec 24) after receiving treatment for flu. His deputy chief of staff, Angel Urena, confirmed that Clinton is now expected to return home before Christmas. Stable condition and recovery plans Clinton was admitted to the hospital after showing flu-like symptoms, but his condition remained stable during his stay. Urena reassured that Clinton is “fine” and in good spirits, looking forward to spending the holidays with his family. Also read | Mystery drones won't interfere with Santa's work: US tracker Gratitude for care and support In a statement, Urena expressed Clinton and his family's gratitude for the "exceptional care" provided by MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Clinton also conveyed his thanks for the "kind messages and well wishes" he received from the public. He added, "He sends his warmest wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season to all." Also read | NYC subway fire: Accused illegal Guatemalan immigrant was deported in 2018, but he snuck back Flu surge across the US As Clinton recovers, flu cases continue to rise across the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, flu-like illness visits have been above baseline levels since late November, with hospitalisation rates doubling in recent weeks. The CDC reports approximately 1.9 million flu cases, 23,000 hospitalisations, and 970 deaths so far this season. Past health challenges This isn't Clinton's first health scare. Over the years, the former president has dealt with various medical issues, including a quadruple bypass surgery in 2004, surgery for a collapsed lung in 2005, and coronary stents in 2010. In 2021, Clinton was hospitalised for six days due to a urological infection that spread to his bloodstream. Despite these challenges, Clinton has remained active and committed to his public life. (With inputs from agencies)

At least six persons, including a minor boy, were killed in a fire accident at a private hospital in this district on Thursday, police and Fire department officials said. All the six were found unconscious in a lift, they said. They were rushed to a hospital where they were declared dead by doctors. Watch in for more details!

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Karnataka government-affiliated hospitals have raised their rates by 20%, affecting various medical services. The increase comes amid rising operational costs and has sparked concerns about accessibility to healthcare.

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A doctor was stabbed seven times at a government hospital in the Indian city of&nbsp;Chennai on Wednesday (Nov 13) by a man who alleged that his mother, who was a cancer patient, was prescribed the wrong medications.&nbsp;

The oncologist was stabbed multiple times in Kalaignar Centenary Super Specialty Hospital, including in his chest. He was also a heart patient and suffered injuries to his upper chest, head, scalp, neck, and ear.&nbsp;

Following the incident, he was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Currently, he is in a stable condition, Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian said.

A senior doctor said that his colleague had a pacemaker and was cut on his forehead and back, and was also hit on his stomach.&nbsp;

The 25-year-old man has been arrested now, following the incident.&nbsp;

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<h2>Doctors protest</h2>

Doctors at the Kalaignar Centenary Super Specialty Hospital are&nbsp;now protesting against the attack, according to the&nbsp;news agency ANI.&nbsp;Non-emergency treatments have&nbsp;been suspended.&nbsp;

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The attack took place in the outpatient department (OPD) of the hospital in the city's Guindy neighbourhood after the man suspected the doctor had prescribed the wrong medicines to his mother.&nbsp;

According to some reports, he tried to escape after stabbing the doctor but was caught and handed over to the police.&nbsp;

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"Doctors feel insecure. The attack was a security lapse and indicates a lack of fear of the law... security should tightened. CCTCs have been set up but I don't think they function," Dr Anto Uresh, a member of the Tamil Nadu government Doctors' Association, told NDTV.&nbsp;

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has ordered an inquiry into the stabbing incident and promised medical aid. He also gave assurances that such an attack would not happen again.&nbsp;

"Service of doctors is laudable... and it is our responsibility to ensure their safety," he stated in a social media post.&nbsp;

"The selfless work of our government doctors in providing treatment to patients regardless of the time is immeasurable. The government will take measures to prevent such incidents from happening in the future," MK Stalin added.

(With inputs from agencies)

A doctor was stabbed seven times at a government hospital in the Indian city of Chennai on Wednesday (Nov 13) by a man who alleged that his mother, who was a cancer patient, was prescribed the wrong medications.

A doctor was stabbed seven times at a government hospital in the Indian city of Chennai on Wednesday (Nov 13) by a man who alleged that his mother, who was a cancer patient, was prescribed the wrong medications. The oncologist was stabbed multiple times in Kalaignar Centenary Super Specialty Hospital, including in his chest. He was also a heart patient and suffered injuries to his upper chest, head, scalp, neck, and ear. Following the incident, he was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Currently, he is in a stable condition, Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian said. A senior doctor said that his colleague had a pacemaker and was cut on his forehead and back, and was also hit on his stomach. The 25-year-old man has been arrested now, following the incident. Also read: Delhi hospital horror: Doctor shot dead by 2 teenagers who entered hospital under pretext of injury Doctors protest Doctors at the Kalaignar Centenary Super Specialty Hospital are now protesting against the attack, according to the news agency ANI. Non-emergency treatments have been suspended. #WATCH | Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Doctors at the Kalaignar Centenary Multy speciality government hospital sit on a protest after a 25-year-old man attacked a doctor with a knife today. pic.twitter.com/NKFrY66kZ0 — ANI (@ANI) November 13, 2024 × The attack took place in the outpatient department (OPD) of the hospital in the city's Guindy neighbourhood after the man suspected the doctor had prescribed the wrong medicines to his mother. According to some reports, he tried to escape after stabbing the doctor but was caught and handed over to the police. Watch | Kolkata Doctor Murder Case: Trial Begins; Accused 'Sanjay Roy' Claims 'Not Guilty' × "Doctors feel insecure. The attack was a security lapse and indicates a lack of fear of the law... security should tightened. CCTCs have been set up but I don't think they function," Dr Anto Uresh, a member of the Tamil Nadu government Doctors' Association, told NDTV. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has ordered an inquiry into the stabbing incident and promised medical aid. He also gave assurances that such an attack would not happen again. "Service of doctors is laudable... and it is our responsibility to ensure their safety," he stated in a social media post. "The selfless work of our government doctors in providing treatment to patients regardless of the time is immeasurable. The government will take measures to prevent such incidents from happening in the future," MK Stalin added. (With inputs from agencies)

Chennai doctor stabbed 7 times by son of cancer patient for allegedly prescribing wrong medications

People in Cuba are experiencing countrywide blackout after power plant collapse. The power crisis in Cuba has triggered protest. On Friday Cuba experienced a nationwide blackout after the island's main power plant failed, causing the communist country's electricity grid to collapse, the energy ministry said. Watch our report to know more.

Cuba's Largest Power Plant Collapses, People Protest

Millions in Cuba are still in Dark. People in Cuba are experiencing countrywide blackout after power plant collapse. Cuba managed to restore limited power to its greed by Friday evening. Although 90% of the island remained without electricity including some of the key hospitals. Watch to know more.

Following a Countrywide blackout triggered by the collapse of a major power plant, Cuba managed to restore limited power to its greed by Friday evening. Although 90% of the island remained without electricity including some of the key hospitals. Watch to know more.

Cuba Suffers Nationwide Power Outage

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