HEALTH secretary Matt Hancock has today confirmed he has tested positive for coronavirus.
The health sec says he was experiencing mild symptoms and was tested for the virus following advice from the chief medical officer.
In a tweet, he said: “Following medical advice, I was advised to test for coronavirus. I've tested positive.
“Thankfully my symptoms are mild and I’m working from home & self-isolating. Vital we follow the advice to protect our NHS & save lives.”
In a video message, Mr Hancock said he will be isolating for seven days, until April 2.
Following medical advice, I was advised to test for #Coronavirus.
— Matt Hancock (@MattHancock) March 27, 2020
I‘ve tested positive. Thankfully my symptoms are mild and I’m working from home & self-isolating.
Vital we follow the advice to protect our NHS & save lives#StayHomeSaveLives pic.twitter.com/TguWH6Blij
Mr Johnson said: “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.”
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