Trudeau self-isolating after wife shows flu-like symptoms | Inquirer News

Trudeau self-isolating after wife shows flu-like symptoms

/ 12:47 AM March 13, 2020

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. (Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press via AP)

CANADA — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is self-isolating at home after wife has exhibited flu-like symptoms.

Trudeau’s office said Sophie Grégoire Trudeau returned from a speaking engagement in the United Kingdom and began exhibiting mild flu-like symptoms including a low fever late Wednesday night. 

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She is being tested for COVID-19 and is awaiting results.

The statement said: “Out of an abundance of caution, the prime minister is opting to self-isolate and work from home until receiving Sophie’s results.”

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