King of Norway Harald V Recovering from Infection

King of Norway Harald V is slowly recovering from an infection contracted in Tenerife. Crown Prince Haakon reported his improving condition.

King of Norway Harald V is slowly recovering from an infection he contracted during a holiday in Tenerife. Crown Prince Haakon said on Norwegian radio on Monday: 'He is feeling better, he is responding to treatment'. King Harald V, 89, was hospitalized less than a week ago, but has since been discharged. Harald V has suffered from health problems more than once before.

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