MORTEN is recovering after his immune system failed following a performance, the DJ announced today.
In a post shared on Instagram, the Danish electronic music star said his health “took a turn” when his body began to shake after a performance on August 18. He had to be airlifted to the Mediterranean Hospital in Athens, where he ultimately remained for five days.
Morten, who says his “immune system was basically at zero,” contracted astrovirus, a common form of gastroenteritis, and an infection with the E. coli bacteria, which can cause diarrhea, pneumonia, sepsis, urinary tract diseases and other ailments. The severity of his condition has led him to cancel scheduled performances for the first time in his career.
MORTEN has performed in Spain, Malta, France and Austria, among other countries, in August. He has also travelled to the island of Ibiza to perform DJ sets alongside David Guetta every Friday at the famous club Hï, where the duo has a “Future Rave” residency.
“Despite eating a healthy diet and working out every day, being on tour so much and having a lack of sleep build up is going to get to you at some point,” he wrote. “I was diagnosed with Epec and Astrovirus and needed to take some time off to recover, which unfortunately also means I had to cancel shows for the first time in my career. I was so excited to come play for you all last week and I'm truly gutted I wasn't able to do so. This week of rest and good care from the nurses and doctors has allowed me to come back stronger and I can't wait to see you all again.”
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At the time of writing, MORTEN has not announced when he will be back on tour. Fellow DJs and dance music contemporaries are sending messages of support.
“Praying for you bro,” Laidback Luke said. “To the people who see this comment: I'm writing this while laying in bed all day, recovering from my two shows this weekend. My day off has become sacred to me.”
“Brother, take it easy and get the rest your mind and body need,” Kaskade added.
Fans can keep up to date with MORTEN’s tour via their official website. website.
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