Princess Anne, the Queen’s only daughter, was not spared from the virus. Her husband, Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, tested positive in December 2021. They were unable to join the Queen for Christmas at Windsor Castle.
COVID-19 in the UK
There have been 18.7 million total COVID-19 cases in the United Kingdom to date. Over 161,000 have died from the coronavirus. Vaccinations have been continuously rolling with 91.4% of adults receiving their first dose. Eighty-five percent have gotten their second shot and 66.1% got their booster.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson released an official statement wishing the Queen a swift recovery and a rapid return to vibrant good health. He also contracted COVID-19 early in the pandemic and spent three days in an intensive care unit, the New York Times newspaper reported. Opposition leader Keir Starmer said “Get well soon, Ma’am,” Reuters reports. “God save the Queen.” tweeted other politicians.
Queen Elizabeth was expected to continue “light duties” over the coming week despite her diagnosis. She even released a statement congratulating the British women’s curling team for their Olympic gold medal at the Beijing Winter Olympics.
“I know that your local communities and people throughout the United Kingdom will join me in sending our good wishes to you, your coaches, and the friends and family who have supported you in your great success,” she said.
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