Sir Elton 'doing fine' after E. coli leaves the Rocket Man grounded
15 years, 4 months ago

Sir Elton 'doing fine' after E. coli leaves the Rocket Man grounded

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sir Elton John was receiving treatment in hospital yesterday after contracting a "serious" case of E. coli infection while suffering from a bout of influenza. The 62-year-old star, who continues to perform a punishing live concert schedule, was forced to postpone forthcoming shows with fellow rock legend Billy Joel in the United States later this month. Sir Elton is being treated at the exclusive King Edward VII hospital in London, a favourite of the Royal family, where he was admitted after his condition deteriorated on Friday. Sir Elton endured 16 years of alcoholism, drug and junk food addiction before seeking help.

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Elton John taken to hospital after suffering a fall at home
1 year, 6 months ago

Elton John taken to hospital after suffering a fall at home

Firstpost  

According to reports, the Rocketman star stayed in hospital overnight but was discharged on Monday, with his representative saying the singer was “in good health”. The singer was taken to the local hospital “as a precautionary measure” and received a check-up before being “immediately discharged” on Monday morning. He “is now back at home and in good health,” a representative …

He’s still standing: Elton John to finish Down Under tour
5 years, 1 month ago

He’s still standing: Elton John to finish Down Under tour

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Elton John intends to play his remaining shows in New Zealand and Australia, his tour promoters said Monday, a day after illness caused the singer to lose his voice and cut short a performance. “Elton John was disappointed and deeply upset at having to end his Auckland concert early last night,” the promoters said in their …

Sir Elton John is ‘recovering well’ after health scare
7 years, 10 months ago

Sir Elton John is ‘recovering well’ after health scare

Associated Press  

Sir Elton John is “recovering well” after he was struck down with a rare and potentially deadly bacterial infection earlier this month. He’s also using the time to catch up on even more new music.” Doctors ordered Elton to cancel a series of planned performances at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas in April and May but they …

Elton John axes Vegas shows after stint in intensive care
7 years, 10 months ago

Elton John axes Vegas shows after stint in intensive care

Associated Press  

Sir Elton John has axed his forthcoming Las Vegas shows after spending time in intensive care to be treated for an “unusual bacterial infection”. A lengthy statement issued to BANG Showbiz reads: “Elton John “The Million Dollar Piano” performances at Caesars Palace for the months of April/May and Bakersfield, California performance May 6 are cancelled. We regret to inform you …

Elton John to undergo surgery for appendicitis
11 years, 8 months ago

Elton John to undergo surgery for appendicitis

Firstpost  

The ‘Rocket Man’ hitmaker sought medical attention after falling sick and he underwent a number of scans and blood tests with his medical team before doctors diagnosed him with an appendix abscess Singer Elton John is to undergo surgery after he was struck down with appendicitis while on tour in Europe. The ‘Rocket Man’ hitmaker sought medical attention after falling …

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