Julian Assange has developed a potentially life-threatening heart condition and other health problems while living inside the Ecuadorian embassy, but cannot leave to be hospitalized, according to a report. <\/p>\n
The WikiLeaks founder, who has been holed up in the embassy in London since June 2012, is suffering from arrhythmia, a potential fatal irregular heartbeat, as well as a chronic lung condition and high blood pressure, a source told the Mail on Sunday. <\/p>\n
Vitamin D deficiency caused by lack of sunlight is also damaging his health and could lead to further problems down the road, including weakened bones and diabetes. <\/p>\n
The Ecuadorian embassy has reportedly asked the Foreign Office for permission to transport Assange to the hospital, but the request was denied. <\/p>\n
Assange is wanted for questioning in Sweden regarding an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct. <\/p>\n
He has denied the allegations and said going to Stockholm would likely mean subsequent extradition to the U.S., where he is under investigation for publishing leaked, classified documents. <\/p>\n
In an interview with the Mail on Sunday, the former hacker complained about the money going towards his constant policing. <\/p>\n
Why are they burning 240,000 ($400,600) a month on me which could be better spent on hospital beds, meals for the needy or teachers salaries? he said. The Metropolitan Police Service has now spent in excess of 7 million (almost $11.7 million) on guarding the embassy, which is a ridiculous waste of taxpayers money. <\/p>\n