Ex-President George H.W. Bush in stable condition

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November 30, 2012

Ex-President George H.W. Bush in stable condition

Anonymous Associated Press Fri Nov 30, 2012, 08:47 AM CST

HOUSTON — Former President George H.W. Bush remains in stable condition at a Houston hospital where he is being treated for a lingering cough related to bronchitis.

George Kovacik (koh-VAH’-chik), a spokesman for Methodist Hospital, said Friday that there is no change in the status of the 88-year-old Bush. Kovacik provided no additional information.

Hospital officials said Thursday that Bush, who lives in Houston, has been in and out of the hospital recently for complications resulting from bronchitis. Aides to the 41st president say Bush is expected to be discharged by this weekend.

Hospital visitors have included Bush’s son, former President George W. Bush, and his wife, former first lady Laura Bush. They live in Dallas.

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