Hugo Chavez Battling Lung Infection

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Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, who is scheduled to be sworn in for another term on Jan. 10, is suffering from a lung infection, the BBC reported Friday. 

Information Minister Ernesto Villeges said in a statement Thursday, according to the AP: “Chavez has faced complications as a result of a severe respiratory infection. This infection has led to respiratory deficiency that requires Commander Chavez to remain in strict compliance with his medical treatment.”

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