Bill Clinton’s Quick Bounce Back from a California Hospital Stay
What happened? The former president hit the hospital on Tuesday night because of a non‑COVID infection that was working its way through his bloodstream. Doctors traced it back to a pesky urinary tract infection, and they’ve been spurring him back with IV antibiotics and fluids.
After just two days, his white‑blood‑cell count is on the down‑trend, and he’s showing a good sign of recovery. Doctors say the once‑glorious champion should be home soon.
His Hospital Sidelights
Clinton’s ally at the White House, Angel Urena, posted a tweet to spread the news:
“He’s on the mend, in good spirits, and incredibly thankful to the doctors, nurses and staff providing him with excellent care,” he wrote. He added that the former triumvirate “has been up and about, joking and charming the hospital staff.”
Doctors Alpesh Amin and Lisa Bardack made it clear that Clinton is still being closely watched in the intensive‑care unit. They assured everyone that he’s responding well to the antibiotics and that the hospital team has his back.
Why was he in the ICU? Privacy, not politics
Contrary to rumors, nothing to do with a heart affair. Clinton’s previous surgeries—a quadruple bypass in 2004 and an artery‑opening procedure in 2010—are separate issues.
Looking Ahead
- Clinton’s current stay is strictly about the infection.
- He’s in good spirits and steady.
- Doctors hope he’s home in the next few days.
Despite the bumps, the former Arkansas governor’s recovery is a reminder that the 75‑year‑old still runs on vigorous stamina and that nobody, not even a former US president, is immune to a little fever.
A Quick Refresher on Clinton’s Political Punches
From beating the incumbent to securing re‑elections and surviving a 1998 impeachment, Clinton’s career is a roller‑coaster of highs. His political partner, Hillary Clinton, has also been a major player, winning a Senate seat in 2000 and running for the presidency twice. Together, they’ve left a mark on American politics—together or solo, they’re still all over the news.
