By Tim Ghianni | Reuters – Wed, Jan 25, 2012 Related Content
Enlarge PhotoCountry music performer Merle Haggard walks the red carpet at the California Hall …
NASHVILLE, Tenn (Reuters) - Country singer Merle Haggard, who was admitted to a Georgia hospital last week after illness forced him to cancel a show, was recovering from a host of health issues discovered while he was being treated for pneumonia, his spokeswoman said on Tuesday.Haggard was admitted to hospital on January 17, when illness forced him to cancel a show in Macon, Georgia, just moments before taking the stage. He later said that being hospitalized "probably saved my life."
The 74-year-old singer, a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, is recovering from double-pneumonia but was also being treated for a number of serious ailments that doctors discovered while he was hospitalized.
Haggard's pneumonia is "almost completely clear, while he is recovering from three stomach ulcers, the removal of eight polyps from his colon and diverticulitis in his esophagus," which were discovered by the Macon medical staff, according to his Los Angeles-based spokesperson Tresa Redburn.
"He will be back up and running in 30 days," said Redburn, adding that Haggard would be in the hospital for "at least a few more days."
"Thanks to the wonderful people all over the world that prayed their special prayers," Redburn quoted Haggard as saying.
"I'm a new man. Another special thanks to the folks of Macon, Georgia, for their kindness, their intelligence and probably saving my life," he said.
Haggard had to cancel the remainder of his January tour and was planning on beginning his performance schedule again in late February.
With influences ranging from Lefty Frizzell to Bob Wills to Jimmie Rodgers, Haggard is an architect of country music's so-called "Bakersfield Sound." He is best known for songs like "Mama Tried," "Okie from Muskogee" and "The Fightin' Side of Me."
(Reporting By Tim Ghianni; Editing by Cynthia Johnston)
@yahoonews on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook What do you think?
What do you think of the Oscar nominations? 
Worthy films being honored. An elitist selection, I haven't seen any of them! 35% 4,728 people have answered this question.
65% Loading... Editors' PicksslideshowAriz. Gov. Brewer, Obama face offslideshowBuildings collapse in Rio de JaneirostoryBallboy makes incredible catchslideshowTough dog sled race under wayvideoAlaska hit by record snowfallstoryThe Fed does NOT "print money"Explore Related Content1 - 4 of 12prevnextFILE - In this Oct. 2, 2007 photo, singer …
WILLIE NELSON AND MERLE HAGGARD PERFORM …
FILE: Merle Haggard Hospitalized With …
File photo of singer Merle Haggard arriving …
Record-breaking snowfall for one U.S. state
The 11 cheapest weekends to fly this year
Lakers player disses NBA star during game
Slumping Nintendo hits grim milestone
All Comments Shared On Facebook 29 comments Popular Now Newest Oldest Most Replied
Slidecat Royale • Indianapolis, Indiana • 1 day 13 hrs ago An American LEGEND. Best wishes for a speedy recovery Mr. Haggard. "Mama Tried!". Betty Q • 1 day 15 hrs ago I love me some Haggard. Here's to a speedy, healthy recovery. CindyInKY • 1 day 11 hrs ago Glad to hear he's doing better.. Gary • 1 day 4 hrs ago Twinkle Twinkle Little Star ..... get well Merle Gary • 1 day 4 hrs ago One more thing.. I don't get the thumbs down for wishing someone to get well.....cruel sob's Nell • Winston-Salem, North Carolina • 1 day 13 hrs ago Love Merle Haggard! So happy to know he is out of the woods, and will be back on his feet soon! God bless you, Merle! Strange1 • Longmont, Colorado • 1 day 7 hrs ago "The Man" Then, now, and forever. imay • Manila, Philippines • 20 hrs ago so glad he is getting better now.. Kris • Wichita, Kansas • 1 day 7 hrs ago My family and I are SO glad you are doing better Merle! We are all super fans and are praying and wishing you a speedy recovery! proudmary • Staunton, Virginia • 1 day 9 hrs ago So glad you're feeling better! Continued Prayers. D Terrent • 23 hrs ago Get well, Hag. Buck Nasty • Northridge, California • 1 day 0 hrs ago Merle and Willie, the last true outlaws in country music. Rick • Kenton, Ohio • 1 day 2 hrs ago Mr. Haggard u are the Best Dude • Austin, Texas • 1 day 3 hrs ago God speed brother. Android • Indianapolis, Indiana • 1 day 7 hrs ago This man was really sick!!! Get well Merle! 60's Fan • Sharon, Pennsylvania • 1 day 7 hrs ago Sweet man. Performing must have been hard for him with all of his ailments. We wish you a quick recovery and many more years with us. wildheart • Little Rock, Arkansas • 8 hrs ago Get well okie from muskogee, we love you,Merle!betty
Homeboy • 17 hrs ago Merle is still the man!! Get well Brother JimH • Pleasanton, California • 18 hrs ago Not yet, Merle. We need you. MS. WHO • Houston, Texas • 1 day 2 hrs ago Haggard is the greatest country singer ever, i am happy we still have him. More Post a comment [[ [['Dekraai', 10]], 'http://news.yahoo.com/photos/mourners-remember-seal-beach-shooting-victims-1318620627-slideshow/', 'Click image to see more photos', 'http://l.yimg.com/a/p/us/news/editorial/3/2c/32c8e92d889f42edb719cb5257afdf4e.jpeg', '461', ' ', 'Reuters/Lori Shepler',],[ [['iPhone 4SXXXXXXX', 11]], 'http://news.yahoo.com/photos/thousands-line-up-for-apple-s-iphone-4s-1318602841-slideshow/', 'Click image to see more photos', 'http://l.yimg.com/a/p/us/news/editorial/f/4f/f4f15e8f6f323f5386dc9fdf9e15dca8.jpeg', '500', ' ', 'AP/Kirsty Wigglesworth',]][ [ [['xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx', 11]], '27013743', '0'],[ [['keyword', 9999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999]], 'videoID', '1', 'overwrite-pre-description', 'overwrite-link-string', 'overwrite-link-url' ]] You on Yahoo! News Your Activity |Social: OFFON Turn Social ONRemind me when I share|Options What is this?Not you? Log out of FacebookHow to remove this experienceLogin with FacebookNews For YouItaly ship captain "wasted precious hour"Drew Carey & Fiancee Call Off EngagementMom Who Lost Kids, Parents in Christmas Fire Attempted Suicide: ReportBrad Pitt Marrying Angelina and Having More KidsShock Over 10th U.S. President’s Grandsons Still LivingMan gets car ban after 4 children found in trunkBill Would Ban Aborted Fetuses in FoodBrewer says she meant no disrespect toward ObamaNASA's 'impossibly beautiful' photo of EarthPelosi: Gingrich Will ‘Never’ Be President, ‘There Is Something I Know’Loading... Entertainment News »
Sajak: Vanna and I drank between 'Wheel' tapings The "Wheel of Fortune" wasn't the only thing spinning for Pat Sajak and Vanna White back in the day. More »Sajak: Vanna and I drank between 'Wheel' tapings
The "Wheel of Fortune" wasn't the only thing spinning for Pat Sajak and Vanna White back in the day.
Picks revealed for free summer Central Park plays MARK KENNEDYThe Public Theater will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Shakespeare in the Park series this summer with a little Bard and a little Sondheim. More »Picks revealed for free summer Central Park plays
The Public Theater will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Shakespeare in the Park series this summer with a little Bard and a little Sondheim.
Kenny Chesney leads ACM Awards nominations with 9 CHRIS TALBOTTKenny Chesney's steamy duet, "You and Tequila" with Grace Potter, continues to radiate heat. More »Kenny Chesney leads ACM Awards nominations with 9
Kenny Chesney's steamy duet, "You and Tequila" with Grace Potter, continues to radiate heat.
Sundance fest embraces hip-hop on stage and screen SANDY COHENHip-hop is making itself heard — and seen — at the Sundance Film Festival. More »Sundance fest embraces hip-hop on stage and screen
Hip-hop is making itself heard — and seen — at the Sundance Film Festival.
Box Office Preview: 'Underworld' to bite again PAUL DERGARABEDIANSony's "Underworld: Awakening" should be wide awake atop the domestic box office again this weekend, with a gross of around $12 million following last weekend's $25 million debut and continued dominance … More »Box Office Preview: 'Underworld' to bite again
Sony's "Underworld: Awakening" should be wide awake atop the domestic box office again this weekend, with a gross of around $12 million following last weekend's $25 million debut and continued dominance midweek.
FeaturedPrime Time in No TimeHost Frank Nicotero recaps last night's TV shows. More »Prime Time in No Time
Share your storyHave something to say? Join the Yahoo! Contributor Network and share your story. More »Share your story
Video: Who Knew?Just when you thought you knew the news... More »Video: Who Knew?
Watch the Clinton ConcertSee performances by Lady Gaga, Usher and The Edge and Bono. More »Watch the Clinton Concert
EducationHow to: Switch careers in one yearSee how the right certificate program could prepare you for a new career in one year.
Surprise!Check out 7 surprising careers with high earning potential.
On This SiteHomeU.S.WorldBusinessEntertainmentSportsTechPoliticsScienceHealthBlogsLocalPopular Also On Yahoo!AutosFinanceGamesGroupsHealthMapsMoviesMusicomg!ShineShoppingSportsTravelTVY! News RSSY! News Alert All Yahoo! » Trending NowVanna WhiteBlue Ivy godmotherCallista Gingrich hairRihanna Tupac tattooJennifer AnistonKhloe KardashianNitrous oxideAT&TAtlanta officer struck30-year mortgage rates (c) Copyright Thomson Reuters 2012. Check for restrictions at: http://about.reuters.com/fulllegal.asp Copyright © 2012 Yahoo! Inc. All rights reserved. | Yahoo! - ABC News Network | Help / Suggestions Privacy Policy About Our Ads Terms of Service Copyright/IP PolicyView the Original article
No comments:
Post a Comment