Selangor sultan resting after coming down with influenza

 A palace statement said Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah is recovering but continues to have a fever.

The Selangor palace said Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah may have contracted the virus at an event where he interacted with many people. (Bernama pic)

PETALING JAYA:

The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, is resting after having contracted influenza, the Selangor palace said today.

A palace statement said the sultan began developing symptoms yesterday and doctors believe he may have contracted the virus at an event where he interacted with many people.

“He is recovering, but continues to suffer from a fever,” the statement said. “His doctors have advised him to rest and not attend any events for the next five to seven days so he can recover fully.”

The palace said celebrations tomorrow to mark the silver jubilee of the sultan’s reign will be postponed to Nov 7. - FMT