Prince Charles discovered a coronavirus: what is known about his condition
'25.03.2020'
Source: Air force
The coronavirus was discovered in the heir to the British throne, Prince Charles, according to representatives of the royal family, writes Air force.
“He has mild symptoms, but his health remains good, for the past few days he has been working from home as usual,” - said in a statement from representatives of Prince Charles.
At the same time, the wife of Prince Camille, the Duchess of Cornwall, was also tested for coronavirus, but the disease was not found in her.
Prince Charles and his wife are in isolation at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.
The statement from the representatives of the heir to the throne also said: "From whom exactly the Prince was infected, it is impossible to establish, given the large number of events in which he took part in recent weeks, fulfilling his public duties."
The last public event with Prince Charles took place on March 12. On the same day he met with Elizabeth II.
However, according to sources cited by the PA agency, according to the most conservative estimates, Prince Charles could not infect others until March 13.
“Her Majesty's health remains good,” the Buckingham Palace statement said.
Prince Charles, son of Queen Elizabeth II, is the first in line to the British throne. He is 71 years old.
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"Not the biggest castle"
Nicholas Witchell, correspondent of the BBC at the royal court
The prince and duchess of Cornwall arrived in Scotland on Sunday. Charles showed mild symptoms of the disease during the weekend, and on Monday he had his tests done in Aberdeenshire.
On March 24 evening, results appeared according to which the prince had a disease.
Charles continues to work and remains in a good mood.
The last time the 71-year-old heir to the throne saw the Queen on March 12, then their meeting was short-lived. Three days earlier, they had spent quite a long time together during a service at Westminster Abbey on the occasion of Commonwealth Day.
It is important to emphasize that the health of Elizabeth II remains good. Last week, she moved from London to Windsor Castle, and her husband, Prince Philip, will be with her there, he usually lives in Sandringham Palace in Norfolk.
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Given the age of Elizabeth II, who is 93 years old, and Philip (he is 98 years old), special attention will be paid to ensure that they do not suffer from this virus.
In accordance with the government's recommendations, Prince Charles and Camilla will be in self-isolation separately from each other. Balmoral is not the largest castle, but it is more than large enough to provide such isolation.
A small number of employees remain with Charles and Camilla. Charles is expected to recover in the next few weeks while in Scotland.
