The 82-year-old will complete a 'short rehabilitation programme' following the elective procedure
The 82-year-old will complete a "short rehabilitation programme" following the elective procedure on July 11 and he will reduce the number of public engagements he carries out this summer.
READ MORE: Shaken Marty Morrissey breaks silence on RTE free car scandal as he asks public to 'forgive me' A statement from his office said: "Uachtarán na hÉireann, President Michael D. Higgins, will next Tuesday, 11 July, undergo an elective medical procedure to relieve back pain.
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