10 January 2024 , 09:29
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Piers Morgan has said that he's been experiencing 'walking pneumonia' for a week, with him even apologising for his appearance on his talk show as a result of his health.
The presenter, 58, fronts Piers Morgan Uncensored, which airs weeknights at 8pm on TalkTV. A recent episode saw him speak to commentator Jordan Peterson about a variety of topics, including the conflict involving Israel and Palestine.
The episode on Monday evening prompted reaction from one viewer, who suggested that Piers was "starting to look old". Addressing the response on Tuesday, the broadcaster shared that he's been under the weather in recent days.
Piers Morgan (left) spoke to guest Jordan Peterson (right) on the TalkTV show Piers Morgan Uncensored earlier this week (Piers Morgan Uncensored)One viewer wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter, earlier this week: "Wow Piers is really starting to look old." They also suggested in the tweet this week: "Not doing enough to condemn [what's happening in Gaza ] really ages a man".
Piers responded to the tweet shortly after it was posted on X, with him writing on the platform: "I do apologise for my appearance - I've had 'walking pneumonia' for a week." He continued in his reply: "I'll put more make-up on tomorrow."
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According to Patient UK, pneumonia is an inflammation of the tissue in the lungs. It notes that 'walking pneumonia' is a term that's used to describe "a milder version" of the chest infection, but adds that in some cases "it can be serious".
The symptoms of 'walking pneumonia' - which has been referred to as a "non-medical term" - are said to include a headache, a high temperature, a cough and fatigue. And it states: "Sometimes, the symptoms can feel like a bad cold."
Piers later apologised for his appearance on the show and said that he'd been experiencing 'walking pneumonia' (Piers Morgan Uncensored)The medical website further states that it "doesn't normally require treatment in hospital" and that symptons typically "go away within three to five days". Patient UK notes that if the pneumonia is caused by bacteria though, rather than a virus, it may need to be treated with a course of antibiotics.
Piers' tweet prompted various responses on X, including well-wishes from some of his followers. One person replied: "I hope you feel better soon." Another wrote: "A speedy recovery Piers. God bless." A third said: "Get well soon."
Someone else wrote: "Bless you, that's horrible. [Maybe] you should just take more rest and switch off. Hope you feel better soon." Whilst others shared their experiences, with one writing on the platform this week: "I've had walking pneumonia several times [...] It really takes it out of you."