Irish President Michael D. Higgins Hospitalized for Monitoring

President Higgins remains in hospital as a precaution after feeling unwell, with tests indicating positive initial results.

Irish President Michael D. Higgins, 82, was admitted to St James’s Hospital in Dublin after feeling unwell.
He is to stay in the hospital over the weekend for monitoring, particularly of his blood pressure.
The president has expressed his gratitude for the public's well wishes and the medical staff's care.
Prime Minister Leo Varadkar has been in touch with Higgins, wishing him a speedy recovery.
Higgins, a poet, writer, and advocate for human rights, has served as president since 2011.