Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit on Lung Transplant Waiting List Due to Chronic Disease
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been placed on a waiting list for a lung transplant due to a life-threatening chronic lung disease, as announced by the Norwegian royal household. The 52-year-old princess, diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis in 2018, is currently unable to fulfill her duties as a working member of the royal family. Her condition has led to significant changes in the royal family's schedule, including the postponement of their silver wedding anniversary celebrations and a planned tour of Norway. Crown Prince Haakon, her husband, has adjusted his official schedule to spend more time with her, limiting his travel both domestically and internationally. Their daughter, Princess Ingrid Alexandra, has returned to Norway from Australia to be with the family, while their son, Prince Sverre Magnus, is set to begin his studies in Europe but will return to Norway as needed.