Fidel Castro said to be strong
Published:Thursday | October 29, 2009 | 8:51 AM
A World Health Organization (WHO), official is reporting that former Cuban leader Fidel Castro is strong, and remains on top of developments at home and abroad.
WHO head, Dr Margaret Chan was granted an audience with Mr Castro this week and spoke with him for two and a half hours.
Castro has not been seen in public for more than three years, since a series of major intestinal operations.
The only updates on his health are from visiting dignitaries who have been able to meet him.
The exact nature of Mr Castro’s illness and his place of recuperation have remained state secrets.
The topics ranged from swine flu preparations to the likely health impact of climate change.
Dr Chan told a news conference in Havana that Cuba\'s 83-year-old former leader remains well informed and as demanding as ever.