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27
March
2013

Mandela is hospitalized for a recurrent lung infection

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Biography ๐Ÿ“… 27 March 2013 ๐Ÿ“ South Africa

Mandela was admitted to hospital for treatment of a recurrent lung infection and discharged on 6 April. The event made visible the lasting vulnerability produced by illness and age, challenging the heroic image of an invulnerable statesman.

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Nelson Mandela

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Nelson Mandela

South African medical community

Presidency of South Africa