Singer and Las Vegas stage performer Celine Dion is taking a break this week from her Caesars Palace shows.Performances scheduled through Wednesday have been canceled.

According to her officialsite:

Celine is battling a virus that has caused inflammation of her vocal chords. (sic) She is currently receiving treatment for this condition, and has been instructed to rest. … Celine is very upset about disappointing her fans, and wants to apologize for inconveniencing them.

The singer added her own statement to the announcement:

“I feel terrible about not being able to do these shows. I feel so bad for the fans. I don’t like to let people down….it’s the thing that bothers me more than anything. I really hope everyone understands how sorry I am.”

Shows are expected to resume March 3, according to Dion’s site.

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