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Natalie Cole has been hospitalized in New York City.The eight-time Grammy Award winner has suffered a setback in her treatment for Hepatitis C, reports 'People' magazine.
Side effects of her chemotherapy treatment for the liver disease, coupled with a hectic promotional schedule in support of her just-released new album are reportedly what lead to Cole's hospitalization.
The 'This Will Be' singer, 58, was diagnosed with the liver disease in April and has been free of the hepatitis C virus since starting treatment this summer. Her doctors believe she contracted the virus 25 years ago when she abused heroin, which she documented in her best-selling memoir 'Angel On My Shoulder,' which was made into an NBC telepic.
According to her rep, she will return to her home in Los Angeles in the coming days and will be on a month-long bed rest so she can recuperate.
All current performances are postponed.
"It's debilitating," Cole told 'People' last month about the virus. "My hair is starting to fall out [from the chemo]. I lost 15 lbs. and I looked like a scarecrow."
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By: Sandra Keeling on 9/21/2008 11:36PM
I do know how you feel and I truly wish you well. 2007 I was diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time within 15 years of the first diagnoses. This time after receiving enough chemo treaments that would make a normal person glow in the dark :) I am pleased and blessed to say that I am doing much better, and it is only through the grace and mercy of our God the Creator of all things. I know that He loves me and that He protects me. I know that He can do the same for you. Take care of yourself and maintain positive thoughts. --Be Well!
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By: ALICE W. GASKINS on 9/22/2008 12:06AM
WE VIEWED A FABULOUS SHOW AT THE WASHINGTON CONVENTION CENTER. WE WERE NOT AWARE OF HER SICKNESS THEN, BUT LATER READ ABOUT IT. MAY THE BLESINGS OF THE LORD BE UPON HER.
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By: msbee on 9/22/2008 5:23AM
NATALIE COLE..WILL YOU PLEASE STOP MY SISTA....
AND GET SOME REST...
MAY GOD BLESS YOU WITH COMPLETE HEALING....
YOU ARE UNFORGETTABLE MY SISTA.....
WE LOVE YOU NATALIE!!!!!
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By: Woman of Faith on 9/22/2008 9:22AM
I pray that Natalie has TRUE FAITH in the one and only true God. I will certainly pray for healing for Natalie. God's grace, peace, love and healings to Natalie.
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By: William on 9/22/2008 12:57PM
May the peace and blessings of God be with you Natalie during your recovery and I pray God gives you the strength and endurance to overcome your illness.I and my family will continue to pray for your speedy recovery.
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By: Jake on 9/23/2008 8:13PM
REST YOUR BODY AND YOUR MIND. GET WELL SOON.
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By: Keith Axlerod on 9/28/2008 2:46AM
God speed, Natalie ! We are all praying for you. Fans you should check out Natalie's new tracks. They are beautiful. Hot 92.3fm in L.A. has some on their website. Peep it:
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