The unexpected hospital emergency
Queen Sofia, in an unexpected twist, required emergency hospitalization last month due to a urinary tract infection. Despite having attended social events, such as the wedding of José Luis Martínez Almeida and Teresa Urquijo, and a mass in tribute to Gómez-Acebo, her condition worsened the next day, which led her to be admitted to the clinic. Ruber from Madrid. Although it was initially thought to be a short stay, her hospitalization was extended for four more days. Finally, she was discharged from the hospital on Saturday afternoon, leaving for Zarzuela alone with an IV still in her hand. Despite her delicate situation, the queen continued to fulfill her institutional responsibilities.
Reflections on the future of Queen Sofia
In her latest appearances, Queen Sofia has shown difficulties articulating words and obvious mobility problems, signs that age is beginning to take its toll. Given this situation, Felipe VI raised the possibility of her retiring from it, although at the moment she is not contemplating it.
Medical recommendations and unexpected revelations
Doctors have had serious conversations with Queen Sofia’s children, urging them to make short-term decisions. It has been suggested that the queen should adopt a more moderate lifestyle in several respects. In addition, a shared habit has been discovered that could bring Letizia and Sofía closer, despite their known differences. It turns out that they both share the habit of smoking, although Letizia does it secretly due to her public image of her healthy lifestyle. On the other hand, Sofía smokes in the privacy of her home or in the presence of her family.
Revelations about smoking
According to the book ‘Doña Sofía. The Queen talks about the life of her ‘Carmen Enríquez and Emilio Oliva, Felipe VI’s mother used to smoke up to ten cigarettes a day in the past. Queen Sofia began smoking to appear older, like many of her friends at that time. Even her granddaughter, Victoria Federica, has followed in her footsteps by starting smoking before she turned 18.
Smoking in the royal family
King Juan Carlos also had a predilection for tobacco, although he preferred cigars. Despite medical recommendations, he continues to receive boxes of cigars.
