UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson tested positive at coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). Johnson, 55, who has headed the government since July 2019, said he developed the first mild symptoms of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours and subsequently tested himself. He added that he is in home isolation and will continue to work from home.
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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 pic.twitter.com/9Te6aFP0Ri
– Boris Johnson #StayHomeSaveLives (@BorisJohnson) March 27, 2020
