Evangelist Billy Graham Being Treated for Infection

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by FOX Charlotte

Story Created: Aug 12, 2012 at 2:15 PM EDT

Story Updated: Aug 12, 2012 at 2:15 PM EDT

ASHEVILLE, NC -- According to a release sent early Sunday morning, Evangelist Billy Graham was admitted overnight to Mission Hospital in Asheville, N.C., near his home in Montreat, for evaluation and treatment of a pulmonary infection thought to be bronchitis.

Upon admission, he was alert and in good spirits.

The pulmonologist treating Mr. Graham, David Pucci, DO, said that he is resting comfortably, that appropriate antibiotics are being administered and that his condition is stable.

Mr. Graham was previously hospitalized in November, 2011 for pneumonia. He resumed his ongoing program of physical therapy and normal activity shortly after his release, according to his staff.

Staff further report that the 93-year-old evangelist has remained in good overall health the past year, though he continues to remain at home due to age-related conditions. However, Mr. Graham remains actively involved in ministry and writing projects, including near completion of a manuscript for a new book summarizing his Gospel message over the past seven decades of public ministry.

While no date has been set for discharge, Mr. Graham is looking forward to returning home to his family.

 

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