Covid-19 back in headlines again. Coronavirus cases, hospitalisations rise sharply in US
Covid-19 is trending on social media after US President Joe Biden tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday. He is exhibiting mild symptoms. Besides that many states in the US are reporting a surge in Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations. In India,Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar had missed the wedding ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant due to a COVID-19 diagnosis. After testing negative, he joined the post-wedding celebration to extend his warm greetings to the newlyweds.
Joe Biden tests positive for Covid
Biden diagnosis came shortly after he mentioned that he might reconsider his reelection bid if faced with a serious medical condition. At 81 years old, the Democrat showed a positive outlook, giving reporters a thumbs up and stating, «I feel good» as he shortened his campaign trip to Las Vegas and returned to his beach home in Delaware to isolate.
Biden expressed gratitude to his well-wishers on social media platform X, noting, «I will be isolating as I recover, and during this time, I will continue to work to get the job done for the American people.» His infection comes at a critical juncture in his campaign, following a challenging debate performance against rival Donald Trump. This performance has raised concerns about Biden's health and sparked calls from some Democrats for him to step aside.
The White House provided an official statement regarding Biden's condition: «President Biden is vaccinated, boosted, and he is experiencing mild symptoms following a positive COVID-19 test. He will be
