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Cole in Hospital With Hepatitis

Diagnosed in July, singer's hectic schedule finally 'took its toll'

By Harry Kimball,  Newser Staff

Posted Sep 20, 2008 10:00 AM CDT

(Newser) – Singer Natalie Cole has been hospitalized with complications related to hepatitis C, the Los Angeles Times reports. Cole was diagnosed with the liver disease in July and has been undergoing chemotherapy. That treatment and “the heavy promotional schedule for her new album took its toll,” her publicist said. Cole has put off a tour in support of her new album, which was set to start October 3.

Natalie Cole arrives at the 4th Annual Peapod Foundation Benefit Concert in Los Angeles.
Natalie Cole arrives at the 4th Annual Peapod Foundation Benefit Concert in Los Angeles.   (AP Photo)
Singer Natalie Cole performs with conductor Keith Lockhart, right, and the Boston Pops.
Singer Natalie Cole performs with conductor Keith Lockhart, right, and the Boston Pops.   (AP Photo)
Natalie Cole arrives at Warner Music Group post-Grammy party on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2008, in Los Angeles.
Natalie Cole arrives at Warner Music Group post-Grammy party on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2008, in Los Angeles.   (AP Photo)
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