(Reuters) – The White House announced on Monday that U.S. first lady Jill Biden has tested positive for COVID-19. Despite showing mild symptoms, President Joe Biden tested negative for the virus. Jill Biden, who is 72 years old, had previously contracted COVID-19 in August of last year, while the now 80-year-old president last tested positive in July 2022.
In a statement, Jill Biden’s communications director, Elizabeth Alexander, confirmed the positive test, stating that the first lady will be staying at their home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Later that evening, President Biden flew back to Washington alone from Delaware.
The White House also reported that following the first lady’s positive test, President Biden was administered a COVID test, which came back negative. It was further announced that the president will continue to be tested regularly throughout the week and monitor for any symptoms.
News of Jill Biden’s positive test comes as the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact individuals from all walks of life. It serves as a reminder that no one is immune to the virus, even those who may have previously been infected or fully vaccinated.
The Biden administration has been actively pushing for widespread vaccination and mitigation efforts to combat the ongoing spread of the virus. This latest development emphasizes the importance of remaining vigilant and following recommended guidelines, such as mask-wearing and social distancing.
As the first lady experiences mild symptoms, it serves as a reminder of the potential effects of COVID-19, even in cases where symptoms are not severe. It highlights the need for continued research and understanding of the virus and its variants.
Despite the setback, both the president and first lady have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccines have been proven effective in reducing the risk of severe illness and hospitalization, even in breakthrough cases such as this.
The White House did not provide further details regarding Jill Biden’s symptoms or the timeline of her diagnosis. However, it is expected that she will receive appropriate medical care and continue to isolate in accordance with public health guidelines.
The positive test for Jill Biden underscores the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19 and serves as a reminder for individuals of all backgrounds to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions in order to protect their health and the health of those around them.
The news of the first lady’s positive test was reported by Ismail Shakil and edited by Muralikumar Anantharaman.
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