Former President Bill Clinton has offered a reassuring update on his recovery after spending seven days in a California hospital, telling supporters that he intends to remain active and continue contributing to public life.
Clinton shared the update Wednesday in a video posted to his official social media account, expressing gratitude to the doctors, nurses and hospital staff who cared for him during his stay.
“I was so touched by the outpouring of support I received during my stay in the hospital,” Clinton said, thanking those who had contacted him and expressed concern about his health.
He specifically praised the medical team at the University of California Irvine Medical Center, where he was treated.
“I’d also like to thank the doctors and nurses at UC Irvine Medical Centre for the absolutely wonderful care that they gave me over the last seven days,” he said.
Medical Treatment and Recovery Details
According to information attributed to an aide, Clinton was treated for a urological infection that had spread into his bloodstream. The aide said Clinton was recovering and did not experience septic shock.
The former president’s condition reportedly improved during his hospitalization, with his fever and white blood cell count returning to normal levels. Dr. Alpesh Amin, chair of the Department of Medicine and executive director of hospital medicine at UC Irvine Medical Center, said Clinton would continue his recovery at home while completing his prescribed course of antibiotics.
Clinton Returns Home
After leaving the hospital, Clinton said he was glad to be back home in New York and described himself as being on the road to recovery.
“I’m really glad to be back home. I’m doing great, enjoying this beautiful fall weather. I’m on the road to recovery,” he said in the video.
Clinton also used the message to address his future, offering an optimistic assessment of his plans to remain involved in public life.
“I, for one, am going to do my best to be around, to keep doing the most good I can, for a lot longer,” he said.
Continued Public Involvement
The 42nd president, who served in the White House from 1993 to 2001, has remained active in public affairs since leaving office. Through the Clinton Foundation, public appearances and other initiatives, he has continued to participate in discussions involving politics, humanitarian efforts and global issues.
His latest health update also carried a broader message for the public. Rather than focusing exclusively on his own recovery, Clinton encouraged people to pay attention to their health and seek appropriate care when something feels wrong.
“I want to remind everyone out there: Take the time to listen to your bodies and care for yourselves,” he said.
He added that people have responsibilities not only to themselves but also to their communities and to the future.
Health Concerns and Public Support
The hospitalization comes as Clinton, now in his late 70s, continues a public life decades after leaving the presidency. News of his illness prompted an outpouring of concern and support, making his recovery statement closely watched by those who have followed his career.
For now, Clinton’s message is focused on recovery rather than politics. His return home and continuation of antibiotic treatment mark the next stage of his recovery following the reported infection.
His comments also offered a personal perspective on the experience: gratitude toward the medical professionals who treated him, appreciation for supporters who reached out and a determination to remain active.
While additional medical details have not been publicly provided in the material available here, Clinton’s own account indicates that he is recovering at home and intends to continue his activities.
For supporters and observers, the message provided reassurance while underscoring the importance of taking health concerns seriously and seeking medical attention when necessary.