BREAKING: Boris Johnson Tests Positive For Coronavirus

Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus. The prime minister made the announcement on Twitter saying: “Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus.

“I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus.
“Together we will beat this. #StayHomeSaveLives.”

 

Boris Johnson #StayHomeSaveLives

@BorisJohnson

Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus.

I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus.

Together we will beat this.

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Johnson said he is self-isolating and working from home. He said thanks to “the wizardry of modern technology” he will continue to lead the national fight back against the virus.

He thanked the NHS and everybody working to keep the country going through the pandemic and re-emphasized that staying at home is crucial to curbing the spread of the coronavirus.

According to Sky News, Downing Street said Mr. Johnson had been tested on the advice of his chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty, who has been experiencing “mild symptoms” on Thursday.
“The test was carried out in No 10 by NHS staff and the result of the test was positive,” the statement added.
“In keeping with the guidance, the Prime Minister is self-isolating in Downing Street.