The head of the British government had to self-isolate at his residence on Downing Street back in March after he tested positive for the coronavirus. At the same time, Prince Charles and Health Minister Matt Hancock also stated they had been diagnosed with COVID-19.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spent last night in the hospital and will undergo some tests later in the day, Secretary of State for Housing Robert Jenrick announced, adding that the politician continues to lead the government.
He also noted that Johnson will soon return to his residence.
Medical staff outside NHS Nightingale hospital as the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues, London, Britain, April 2, 2020
On Friday, the prime minister said he still had symptoms of the coronavirus and had to remain in lockdown. Johnson’s pregnant girlfriend Carrie Symonds has also been diagnosed with the disease.
According to recent data, there are over 47,800 infected in the United Kingdom, with the death toll now approaching 5,000.
The pandemic has even forced Queen Elizabeth II to address the nation in addition to her traditional Christmas broadcast, something that has happened only four times during her reign. The monarch urged people to maintain self-discipline and thanked all the health workers for their service during the outbreak.
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