First lady Jill Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, as per a statement from her communications director, Elizabeth Alexander, on September 4. The announcement has raised concerns about the health and travel plans of the President of the United States, Joe Biden, who has tested negative.
In the statement, Alexander revealed that the first lady is currently experiencing only mild symptoms. Jill Biden is expected to isolate at her home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, and follow the recommended health protocols.
President Biden, upon learning of his wife's positive test result, immediately underwent a COVID-19 test on September 4 evening. As per his press secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre, the president tested negative. Jean-Pierre noted in the statement that President Biden will continue to undergo regular testing throughout the week and monitor for any potential symptoms.
The news of Jill Biden's positive test comes as president Biden prepares for an upcoming international trip. He is scheduled to depart the United States on September 7 for a trip to India and Vietnam. While the president has tested negative at this time, concerns regarding his potential exposure and the risk of transmission during the trip will undoubtedly be closely monitored by White House medical staff.
The first lady's diagnosis serves as a reminder that COVID-19 continues to pose a threat, even as vaccination efforts have made significant progress. It underscores the importance of ongoing precautions, such as testing and vaccination, to prevent further spread of the virus.
The White House has not provided specific details about how the first lady may have been exposed to the virus. Contact tracing efforts are expected to be underway to identify any potential close contacts and mitigate the risk of further transmission.
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