Coronavirus: Jarrow MP Kate Osborne recognized with virus

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Coronavirus: Jarrow MP Kate Osborne recognized with virus

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Kate Osborne urged anybody with signs to comply with NHS recommendation

A second MP has examined constructive for coronavirus.

Labour MP for Jarrow Kate Osborne mentioned she was recognized following a interval of self-isolation.

Final week, Well being minister Nadine Dorries confirmed she had tested positive for the virus.

Ms Osborne mentioned on Twitter: “I’ll proceed to self isolate till I’ve fought off the sickness.” She urged individuals to heed NHS recommendation and keep at dwelling if they’ve signs.

Ms Osborne mentioned: “However within the meantime I’d encourage everybody to band collectively and assist probably the most susceptible in our communities.”

She highlighted the official recommendation to remain at dwelling for seven days if individuals have both a excessive temperature or a brand new, steady cough.

Various MPs have entered self-isolation after coming into contact with Ms Dorries.

Cupboard minister Anne-Marie Trevelyan mentioned on Friday she had examined destructive for the virus, however would keep at dwelling for seven days as a precaution.

A complete of 35 individuals have died within the UK after contracting Covid-19.

Downing Road has mentioned the federal government will maintain day by day televised press conferences to replace the general public on the battle in opposition to coronavirus.

The announcement of day by day updates comes as Transport Secretary Grant Shapps confirmed the over-70s will quickly be requested to remain at dwelling for an prolonged interval to guard themselves.



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