Former President Bill Clinton revealed details about his recent hospitalization for sepsis, describing how a urological infection entered his bloodstream and the close call he experienced.

Clinton was admitted to UC Irvine Medical Center after developing sepsis stemming from a urinary tract infection. The former president’s medical team confirmed that his condition did not progress to septic shock, and he was stabilized before returning to New York to complete antibiotic treatment.

Clinton’s Recovery Message

In a message to the public, Clinton expressed gratitude toward his medical team at UC Irvine for their care and intervention. “I want to thank the doctors and nurses at UC Irvine Medical Center for the excellent care I received,” he said in a statement, emphasizing the quality of treatment that led to his recovery.

Clinton’s team released details showing his vital signs stabilized and white blood cell counts normalized following the initial health crisis. He returned to New York to complete his course of antibiotics as an outpatient.

A Warning on Health Awareness

The former president used his experience to urge Americans to pay attention to their bodies and seek medical attention for concerning symptoms. “Listen to your bodies,” Clinton advised in his message, stressing the importance of addressing health concerns before they become serious.

Clinton indicated his intention to continue his work and remain active in his endeavors. His statement conveyed a sense of purpose and determination to move forward following his recovery.

This story has been updated. CNN’s Health and Politics teams contributed to this report.