"It Could Be the Last"... British Couple Holds Wedding in COVID-19 ICU

A couple infected with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the UK held their wedding ceremony in the intensive care unit. Photo by YTN

[Asia Economy Reporter Nahana] In the UK, a couple infected with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) held their wedding ceremony in a hospital intensive care unit after medical staff told them it might be their last chance.

According to a report by YTN on the 23rd, a couple got married in a hospital room at a university hospital in England, UK. The bride, Lizzy Kew, and the groom, Simon O'Brien, were seen holding hands tightly on the broadcast.

They had been planning to marry in June, but after testing positive for COVID-19 recently, they were transported by ambulance to the hospital and admitted within a few days.

Upon learning of their wedding plans, the medical staff suggested holding the ceremony in the hospital, saying, "This might be your last chance." After considering the proposal, the couple quickly prepared for the ceremony with the hospital staff, racing against time.

However, during this time, the groom O'Brien's condition rapidly worsened, and he was moved to the intensive care unit. Ultimately, the wedding took place in the ICU, with both wearing oxygen masks. This happened just four hours after deciding to hold the ceremony.

Fortunately, O'Brien's condition improved quickly, and a few days later, the newlyweds were able to share their first kiss as husband and wife.

O'Brien said, "I missed Lizzy so much that I really wanted to get out of the ICU, so I fought with all my might. Finally, I made it."

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