Oprah Winfrey was recently hospitalized after suffering a severe stomach issue, according to her best friend Gayle King. On CBS Mornings, Gayle, 69, shared that Oprah, 70, experienced a severe stomach flu, leading to dehydration and the need for an IV.
Details of the health scare
“She had some kind of stomach flu where stuff was coming out of both ends,” Gayle explained. “It was a very serious situation.”
Current health status
Reassuring fans about Oprah’s current condition, Gayle added, “She will be okay. She will be okay.”
Recently, Oprah made headlines with her documentary on weight loss drugs, a topic she described as “very personal.” Oprah has been open about her weight loss journey, and last year, rumors circulated about her using Ozempic, a diabetes medication popular in Hollywood for weight loss. In December, she admitted to taking weight loss medication after previously relying on willpower.
Oprah’s admission has sparked public concern about the potential long-term dangers of using drugs like Ozempic. While these medications are intended for diabetes patients, their side effects for weight loss have not been fully tested. Oprah’s recent health scare has raised questions about whether the use of Ozempic has impacted her health, highlighting the need for further investigation into the long-term effects of such medications.