Self-isolation Of COVID-19, Joe Biden's Condition Improves

JAKARTA - Symptoms of COVID-19 experienced by the President of the United States (US) Joe Biden have improved in recent days. But Biden still has a cough, said the president's doctor.

Biden received Paxlovid's fourth dose on Friday, July 19 morning.

"Light breath with hoarse sound has become the main symptom, but these symptoms have improved significantly since yesterday," said Dr. Kevin O'Connor was reported by CBS News, Saturday, July 20.

"The president's lungs are clean and his pulse, temperature, blood pressure and respiratory rate remain normal," continued O'Connor.

Biden tested positive for COVID on Wednesday, July 17, after attending an event in Las Vegas. Doctor Biden said the president had upper respiratory symptoms, including colds and coughs.

He has isolated himself at his home in Rehoboth, Delaware.

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends people with respiratory viruses to self-isolate if they experience symptoms.

According to the agency, people can continue their normal activities after the symptoms improve and do not have a fever for at least 24 hours.

Biden on Friday morning indicated he would return to campaigning in the next few days, once again rejecting the increasing support of Democratic lawmakers calling for him to step down from his candidacy.

"I look forward to returning to campaign next week," he said.