Is President Nelson Sick: President Russell M. Nelson, the oldest leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, aged 99 on September 9. Due to a recent injury, he will be unable to physically attend this year’s LDS General Conference.
This article explores in depth the circumstances surrounding President Russell Nelson’s decision to withdraw from the upcoming LDS General Conference due to health concerns. We will summarize the key statements and events that established the context for this turn of events.
Is the President sick?
After collapsing and injuring his lower back, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints President Russell M. Nelson will be unable to attend this weekend’s general conference. President Nelson stated that he “will be watching general conference through technology just as the majority of you will,” adding that he intends to record his general conference address.
Dear brothers, sisters and friends, we have the cherished opportunity this coming weekend to attend or watch our semiannual general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! General conference weekends are two of my favorite weekends of the year. How I love… pic.twitter.com/cINTqRQLmS
— Russell M. Nelson (@NelsonRussellM) September 28, 2023
President Nelson reported an accident on September 11, three weeks ago, just two days after turning 99. He claimed that the tumble had strained the muscles in his lower back.
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Update on President Nelson’s Health
Despite a recent injury, President Nelson, at age 99, remains in remarkable health. He requires a walker for assistance. On September 9, 2023, he assessed his own health and posted on Facebook that he was in good shape. He wrote that his heart, soul, and legs are all healthy, as well as his intellect.
The Church’s Declaration
The Latter-day Saint Church explained on September 28, 2023, why President Nelson would not be attending the LDS General Conference. They described in detail how the accident injured his back and assured members that he was recovering.a
