Director of U.S. CDC tests positive for COVID-19
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced on Saturday that its director had tested positive for COVID-19.
Rochelle Walensky, who's up to date with her vaccines, is experiencing mild symptoms, the agency said in a release.
"Consistent with CDC guidelines, she is isolating at home and will participate in her planned meetings virtually," the release read.
Senior staff and close contacts, it added, have been informed of her positive test and are monitoring their health.
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