Prince Charles has tested positive for COVID-19 for the second time, Clarence House announced on Thursday (10/2). Through their Twitter account, it is stated that Charles is currently self-isolating.
Following the announcement, concerns were raised that his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, was also exposed. The reason, he had been in contact with his son only two days before the news emerged.
Royal aides said the Duke of Cornwall was not experiencing strong symptoms after testing positive a second time. Sources say that the queen is said to be asymptomatic.
Currently, royal doctors continue to monitor Elizabeth II's condition. The queen is also advised to do a daily rapid lateral flow test for the next week.
"The Queen and Prince of Wales did meet recently," the source said. "His Majesty is not showing any symptoms. The situation will continue to be monitored."
Meanwhile, Charles is scheduled to unveil a statue of Licoricia of Winchester before attending a civic reception at The Great Hall on the day he tested positive. Then the night before, Charles had attended a reception at the British Museum with the Duchess of Cornwall.
However, Camilla continued to do her job as usual. He even met staff members at the Paddington Haven sexual assault referral center in West London. Because according to the existing COVID-19 rules, if a person lives with someone who tests positive, there is no need to isolate themselves if they have been fully vaccinated.
The news came shortly after Elizabeth II publicly gave her support for Camilla. During this time, questions arose regarding Camilla's status as to whether she would become empress if Charles ascended the throne in place of his mother.
"When the time comes for my son Charles to become King, I know you will give him and his wife Camilla the same support you have given me," Elizabeth II said. "It is my sincere wish that, when the time comes, Camilla will be known as the Empress as she continues her faithful service."