Queen Elizabeth II is back at Windsor Castle recuperating after an overnight stay at King Edward VII Hospital in London. This marked her first overnight hospital stay in eight years. Buckingham Palace released a statement late Thursday night announcing the Queen’s Wednesday afternoon hospital visit for “preliminary investigations.” The Palace added that she was in “good spirits” but did not provide further medical details.
The announcement of the hospital visit came only after the Queen had returned home, a day after she canceled a trip to Northern Ireland. While the Royal household strives for transparency regarding health matters, they tend to maintain privacy unless the situation is significant. NBC News reports that the Queen felt well enough to resume light work yesterday afternoon.
The 95-year-old monarch has maintained a busy schedule, attending over 16 official engagements since the beginning of October. Last week, she was seen using a walking stick for the first time in 20 years. On Tuesday evening, the Queen hosted a reception at Windsor Castle, walking unaided as she greeted John Kerry and Bill Gates.
Queen Elizabeth II shakes hands with Bill Gates during a reception at Windsor Castle
Given her recent demanding schedule, it’s understandable that she might be feeling fatigued. As of this morning, following her brief hospitalization, there is no indication of a serious condition requiring more than a few days of rest.
In a positive turn of events, the Queen is not only back home but also back to work, undertaking light duties.
