Elton John rushed to hospital after incident at French home
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Legendary British musician Elton John was recently admitted to the Princess Grace Hospital’s Orthopaedic Centre in Monaco after a fall at his villa in Nice, France.
The 76-year-old singer’s spokesperson confirmed the fall.
‘We can confirm that following a slip yesterday at his home in the south of France, Elton visited the local hospital as a precautionary measure,’ said John’s spokesperson.
‘Following checkups, he was immediately discharged this morning and is now back at home and in good health.’
Elton John is now back home and in good health after falling in his home in Nice, France. Image source: Facebook/Elton John.
John has been staying in the French Riviera with his husband, David Furnish, and their two children since wrapping up the Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in early July. Elton reached the tour’s conclusion in Sweden, thanking the audience for their continued support throughout his more than five-decade-long career.
‘I’ve had the most wonderful career, beyond belief. 52 years of pure joy playing music, how lucky am I to play music?’ the singer said to his Swedish fans.
‘But, ya know, I wouldn’t be sitting here and talking to you if it wasn’t for you. You bought the singles, the albums, the CDs, the cassettes, but more importantly, you bought the tickets to the shows and you know how I love to play live.’
‘Tonight has been magical. I’m trying to process it, and I don’t think it will sink in for a while yet that I’m finally finished touring.
‘I can’t tell you how much I’m going to miss the fans and how much their support has humbled me—it will stay with me forever.’
Elton ended the event singing Your Song and Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.
Despite this tour being his last, John has not ruled out making new music entirely.
‘Touring is exhausting for me now, and it takes me away from my family and my children,’ John said in a previous interview.
Elton has still been in the spotlight lately and was even photographed dining with actor Kevin Spacey, who was recently cleared from his sexual assault trial where Elton himself took the witness stand. We wrote about Spacey’s case in more detail here.
This article serves as an important reminder for our dear members to stay careful and take precautions to prevent any falls or slips.
Below are some common causes and ways to prevent falls:
Falls in older adults are quite common and can happen for a variety of reasons. Medical conditions can alter balance and coordination, while some medications can cause dizziness or other side effects, resulting in trips and stumbles. Reduced physical activity often leads to a decrease in strength and flexibility, which can also contribute to the risk of falling. The wrong footgear, combined with poor lighting or obstacles around the home, can further increase this risk.
To prevent falls from occurring, regular exercise focused on improving balance, flexibility, and strength is paramount. Some simple but effective exercises could include yoga, water aerobics, or even regular walks. You can try this 8-move chair yoga routine to improve your mobility–but be sure to check first with your health provider if this program is safe for you!
It's also important to check the surroundings at your home, making sure it’s well-lit, clutter-free and easy to navigate. This may include installing handrails on staircases, removing loose rugs and making sure slippery surfaces are non-skid.
Medications should also be reviewed with a healthcare provider. Moreover, it's recommended to have regular check-ups and eye examinations as vision problems can drastically increase the chance of a fall. Stay safe and steady, dear members!
To celebrate Elton John’s five-decade-long career, share with us your favourite Elton John music in the comments below!
The 76-year-old singer’s spokesperson confirmed the fall.
‘We can confirm that following a slip yesterday at his home in the south of France, Elton visited the local hospital as a precautionary measure,’ said John’s spokesperson.
‘Following checkups, he was immediately discharged this morning and is now back at home and in good health.’
Elton John is now back home and in good health after falling in his home in Nice, France. Image source: Facebook/Elton John.
John has been staying in the French Riviera with his husband, David Furnish, and their two children since wrapping up the Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in early July. Elton reached the tour’s conclusion in Sweden, thanking the audience for their continued support throughout his more than five-decade-long career.
‘I’ve had the most wonderful career, beyond belief. 52 years of pure joy playing music, how lucky am I to play music?’ the singer said to his Swedish fans.
‘But, ya know, I wouldn’t be sitting here and talking to you if it wasn’t for you. You bought the singles, the albums, the CDs, the cassettes, but more importantly, you bought the tickets to the shows and you know how I love to play live.’
‘Tonight has been magical. I’m trying to process it, and I don’t think it will sink in for a while yet that I’m finally finished touring.
‘I can’t tell you how much I’m going to miss the fans and how much their support has humbled me—it will stay with me forever.’
Elton ended the event singing Your Song and Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.
Despite this tour being his last, John has not ruled out making new music entirely.
‘Touring is exhausting for me now, and it takes me away from my family and my children,’ John said in a previous interview.
Elton has still been in the spotlight lately and was even photographed dining with actor Kevin Spacey, who was recently cleared from his sexual assault trial where Elton himself took the witness stand. We wrote about Spacey’s case in more detail here.
This article serves as an important reminder for our dear members to stay careful and take precautions to prevent any falls or slips.
Below are some common causes and ways to prevent falls:
Falls in older adults are quite common and can happen for a variety of reasons. Medical conditions can alter balance and coordination, while some medications can cause dizziness or other side effects, resulting in trips and stumbles. Reduced physical activity often leads to a decrease in strength and flexibility, which can also contribute to the risk of falling. The wrong footgear, combined with poor lighting or obstacles around the home, can further increase this risk.
To prevent falls from occurring, regular exercise focused on improving balance, flexibility, and strength is paramount. Some simple but effective exercises could include yoga, water aerobics, or even regular walks. You can try this 8-move chair yoga routine to improve your mobility–but be sure to check first with your health provider if this program is safe for you!
It's also important to check the surroundings at your home, making sure it’s well-lit, clutter-free and easy to navigate. This may include installing handrails on staircases, removing loose rugs and making sure slippery surfaces are non-skid.
Medications should also be reviewed with a healthcare provider. Moreover, it's recommended to have regular check-ups and eye examinations as vision problems can drastically increase the chance of a fall. Stay safe and steady, dear members!
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