Queen Elizabeth II, 93, has been very active in attending various engagements and events. Despite her age, she always ensures that her appearance will always be felt by the public.
While she seems to have already passed on some duties to her eldest son, Prince Charles, the Heir Apparent, she remains diligent and focused on fulfilling her duties as the Queen of the United Kingdom. This is why it came as a huge surprise when she "cancelled" her public appearance at the Women's Institute meeting.
According to Express UK, it was only about 30 minutes before the meeting started when the monarch announced her cancellation. The confirmation was obtained from one of her "security staff," who shared that Queen Elizabeth II was not "feeling up to it." It was stated, later on, that the 93-year-old monarch has been suffering from a "slight cold."
Aside from these details, no further information has been given to the public regarding the Queen's health. Correspondingly, several royal fans and supporters took their concerns to various social media platforms and expressed their care toward the Queen.
So far, the only update given has been about her current location. As shared by the same publication, she is still in the Sandringham Estate, where she will reportedly stay until February 6.
It was previously said that the monarch always stays in her Norfolk home for months starting from the Holiday season until the death anniversary of her father, King George IV. But, her current stay, which was supposed to be a rest for her, was reportedly "disrupted" by the recent royal drama centering on Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. Nevertheless, the "Megxit" deal was concluded before she obtained her cold.
Speaking with Daily Express, medical expert, Shamir Patel, who is the founder of Chemist 4 U, claimed that Queen Elizabeth II's decision to cancel her engagements and appearances was just fitting. It was the "right thing" to do as she needs "plenty of rest" to treat the condition, he added.
He further shared that cold is not something that should be taken lightly, especially if the one who experiences is no longer "young, fit, and healthy." As explained, light and common cold poses a much "higher risk" in an elderly person. So, treatments in the elderly are very "important."
Shamir Patel also claimed that when the symptoms are treated properly, this "minimizes" any complications, like Pneumonia. He then gave a few tips on how to manage and treat the condition. As per his statements, it is "vital" for Queen Elizabeth II to drink plenty of fluids and rest.
