US Secretary of Defense Vaccinated Four Times Tests Positive for COVID-19 Again
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[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin tested positive for COVID-19 on the 15th (local time). This is his second positive diagnosis following the one in January.
According to the Department of Defense, Secretary Austin stated in a press release that "I tested positive for COVID-19 this morning" and "I am experiencing mild symptoms." Following guidelines, Secretary Austin will self-isolate for the next five days while continuing to perform his duties.
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Previously, Secretary Austin had received a total of four vaccine doses, including two booster shots. He was also diagnosed with COVID-19 in January.
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