Queen Elizabeth II of the UK Tests Positive for COVID-19
Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom visiting the University of Edinburgh in July last year
[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Dae-yeol] Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom tested positive for COVID-19, the British royal family announced on the 20th (local time).
British media including the BBC, citing royal family officials, reported that the Queen is showing mild cold symptoms. Elizabeth II, who is 95 years old this year, is known to have been in contact with her eldest son and heir, Prince Charles, who tested positive last week. According to local media, Queen Elizabeth II has been vaccinated against COVID-19.
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The royal family stated, "She will continue to receive treatment and follow appropriate guidelines," and that she will carry on with light duties next week. Earlier, on the 6th of this month, Elizabeth II became the longest-reigning monarch in British history, marking her 70th anniversary on the throne.
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