Royal Breaths: Crown Princess Mette-Marit Awaits Life-Saving Transplant

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway is on the waiting list for a lung transplant due to worsening pulmonary fibrosis. Diagnosed in 2018, her condition now requires an urgent transplant. The royal family has postponed their silver wedding anniversary celebrations. Her openness about her condition has garnered praise.

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway has been added to the lung transplant waiting list, amidst a serious decline in her health, according to a statement from the royal household.

The 52-year-old was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis in 2018, a chronic illness that scars the lungs and hampers oxygen absorption. The palace announced, "Due to her critical condition, her Royal Highness has been placed on the list."

Crown Prince Haakon cut short his official duties in Japan, while their daughter, Princess Ingrid Alexandra, returned from Australia. Both are offering support during this critical period. The condition's seriousness was underscored by Oslo University Hospital, with an appeal for urgency from Professor Are Holm.