WHO chief self-isolates after contact with COVID-positive person

World Health Organization's director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus in his tweet said that he came in contact with someone who was tested positive for COVID-19. He further stated that he is well without any symptoms but will self-quarantine for few days according to the WHO protocols.

Geneva: Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Sunday announced his self-isolation after coming into contact with a person infected with the coronavirus.

"I have been identified as a contact of someone who has tested positive for COVID19. I am well and without symptoms but will self-quarantine over the coming days, in line with WHO protocols, and work from home," Ghebreyesus tweeted.

He stressed that it is important to comply with health guidelines amid the pandemic, to decrease transmission and take the burden off healthcare systems.

"My WHO colleagues and I will continue to engage with partners in solidarity to save lives and protect the vulnerable," Ghebreyesus said.

(With inputs from ANI)