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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: Leigh on 9/20/2008 12:10AM
God bless you Natalie! I contacted Hep C from being a health caregiver. I was on the chemo treatment all last year, and it was horrible! My hair fell out, I was sick all of the time, horrendous fevers! However, I am totally well now and feeling wonderful. It was quite a journey, but worth it. Hang in there, my friend! You WILL be better!
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By: WHITE AND PROUD TO on 9/20/2008 12:53AM
WHY ISN'T THERE A WHITE VOICE PAGE
THE OLD DOUBLE STANDERD AT WORK..SICKING
IF WE HAVE A SITE FOR ALL WHITES WELL ALL HELL WOULD BE PAID. AGAIN SICKING
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By: colleen on 9/20/2008 1:00AM
listed to her dad as a child and, to this day, will stop & let the world pass me by if i hear "mona lisa." "unforgetable" gave me the best of both worlds when it was recorded. my prayers for a complete & speedy recovery.
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By: colleen on 9/20/2008 12:59AM
listened to her dad as a child, and, to this day, will stop & temporarily let the world pass me by if i should hear "mona lisa." with the recording of "unforgettable" i have best of both wolds. my prayers for a speedy & complete recovery.
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By: Ron Reinikka on 9/20/2008 1:06AM
I want to wish Natalie the best , and get well soon .
Natalie is an # 1 Signer and Lady , I'm a True Fan Of Her's forever.
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By: Ronald Reinikka on 9/20/2008 1:05AM
Get well soon from a number one fan.
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By: Katie on 9/20/2008 1:07AM
I hope she comes out of it okay. I just love her voice. Best Wishes Natalie! Hang in there!
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By: Katie on 9/20/2008 1:08AM
We all have pasts that creep up in different ways in our lives. Stop hating on this woman. Jesus isn't hating on her. I am rooting for her to pull through. I cannot believe the comments. Pray for the lady - show your obedience to God in forgiving people and not being judgemental. Natalie is lucky. She is paying for her sins in the flesh. How about those who skate through life and have to pay in the afterlife? Best Wishes, Natalie. I am pulling for you.
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By: n2nbaball on 9/20/2008 1:18AM
Ms. Cole made some bad choices in her life, but thank God that she chose the right path. I pray that her health will improve and wish her a speedy recovery.
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By: Elder Carolyn A. Bighun on 9/20/2008 1:46AM
God bless you, I am praying for you. It's going to be alright.Keep the faith and keep singing and using your gift the Lord God has given you . Be encorage,keep smiling and looking up. The Lord is good and his mercy endureth for ever Amen.
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