UK PM Boris Johnson Test Positive For COVID-19

JAKARTA - British Prime Minister (PM) Boris Johnson tested positive for COVID-19. Johnson announced this news directly through uploads on his personal Twitter.

PM Johnson, confirmed that he was experiencing mild symptoms, such as a rising body temperature and a persistent cough for the past 24 hours. On the advice of the chief medical officer, he then took the COVID-19 test. As a result, Johnson was positive for COVID-19.

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. Dogether we will beat this. #StayHomeSaveLives pic.twitter.com/9Te6aFP0Ri

- Boris Johnson #StayHomeSaveLives (@BorisJohnson) March 27, 2020

An information that was reported by The Guardian, Friday, March 27 reported that PM Johnson is currently isolating himself and working from home. PM Johnson said he was also grateful for the "miracle of modern technology". and he will continue to lead the national resistance against the virus.

"After experiencing mild symptoms yesterday, the Prime Minister was tested for the coronavirus on the personal advice of the UK's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty. The test was conducted by NHS staff and the test came back positive. As per guidelines, the Prime Minister is self-isolating on Downing Street. will continue to lead the government's response to the coronavirus, "said a Downing Street spokesman.

PM Johsnon also thanked the NHS and everyone working for the country in the face of the pandemic and emphasized that staying at home is an important thing to do to stop the spread of the virus.

Previously, Prince Charles also tested positive for COVID-19. Similar to PM Johnson, Prince Charles also does not have severe symptoms. Prince Charles also runs self-isolation in Scotland. His wife, Camilla, tested negative for COVID-19 despite continuing to self-isolate.