BIRMINGHAM, Ala — Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin confirmed via Twitter on Wednesday night that he has tested positive for COVID-19.
Mayor Woodfin said his symptoms are currently mild, but issued a warning: "Remember, everyone – COVID is real. Please be safe and protect yourselves and your loved ones this holiday weekend."
Earlier on Wednesday, U.S. Senator from Alabama Doug Jones announced he is quarantining after his wife had tested positive for the virus. As of the time of Jone's announcement, he has not tested positive for COVID-19.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a plethora of information on how to protect yourself and other from the coronavirus.
The virus can easily spread from person to person, so the CDC recommends you stay at least 6-feet apart from people not in your household. The virus is spread through respiratory droplets that are produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, breaths or talks, according to the CDC. Because of this, the CDC recommends you wear a cloth facemask when around others and in public.
Additionally, the CDC recommends that you frequently wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
Symptoms to look out for include fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, a sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting and diarrhea, according to the CDC.
Click here to find more COVID-19 information from the CDC.
If you suspect you have the coronavirus, you should seek out testing and self-quarantine.
Click here to find more COVID-19 information from the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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