UNHCR chief tests positive for COVID-19
By ANI | Published: October 7, 2020 07:06 PM2020-10-07T19:06:46+5:302020-10-07T19:20:03+5:30
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Filippo Grandi on Wednesday said he has tested positive for COVID-19.
UNHCR chief tests positive for COVID-19
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Filippo Grandi on Wednesday said he has tested positive for COVID-19.
He revealed in a tweet that he is mildly symptomatic.
"I am engaging with UNHCR's Executive Committee from home as I have to isolate after testing positive to #COVID19. I only have mild symptoms and hope to recover soon," the High Commissioner wrote on Twitter.
He also urged people to wear a mask and maintain social distancing to curb the spread of the virus.
"A reminder of the importance of washing hands, keeping distances and wearing masks!" the tweet read further.
( With inputs from ANI )
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