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Dr Fauci Tests Positive For COVID

Renowned pandemic adviser Dr. Fauci has tested positive for COVID.

In the early Coronavirus pandemic period, the world became acquainted with Dr. Fauci. The US scientist became regarded as a pandemic adviser and well known for his professional presence. In the fight against COVID, Dr. Fauci became the United States’ most trusted and visible symbol.

According to recent reports, he has tested positive for the virus. On Wednesday, June 15, the National Institute Of Health announced that he would continue to work from home as he recovers from mild symptoms of the virus.

Aljazeera reports that the 81-year-old scientist who serves as chief medical adviser to President Joe Biden tested positive during a rapid antigen test. According to the NIH, Fauci, who is vaccinated and double boosted, had been in contact with the United States president.

During the early stage of the COVID pandemic, Dr. Fauci worked to contain the virus and reduce its spread. In turn, he became the most recognizable public figure doing that. He was constantly slammed by conservatives who were against the public safety measures such as masks and vaccination. Since 1984, Fauci has been actively involved in the US response to every pandemic. He is the longstanding director of the NIH’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease.

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