29th March, 2020
Sophie Trudeau, wife of the Canadian Prime Minister said she has received the all clear from her doctor and the Ottawa Public Health over her coronavirus infection.
Sophie was diagnosed with the bug after sshe returned from an event in London, which was also attended by British actor Idris Elba and Formula 1 champion, Lewis Hamilton.
Elba, along with his wife, has tested positive.
Sophie took to Facebook early today to announce her new status and also thank everyone that showed concern over her health:
“Hello my dear friends, Canadians, and allies everywhere”, she wrote.
“I wanted to give you all an update: I am feeling so much better and have received the all clear from my physician and Ottawa Public Health.
“From the bottom of my heart, I want to say thank you to everyone who reached out to me with their well wishes. And to everyone who is suffering right now, I send you all my love.
“These are challenging times. I know it’s not easy to be alone – we are all social beings, me included! But just because we’re increasing the physical distance between us doesn’t mean we have to do the same emotionally. From social media to a simple phone call, there are so many ways for us to stay connected while we’re apart and actually deepen our relationships.
“I strongly believe that science AND compassion will get us through this crisis. That means listening and following the health protocols and staying at home for the time being.
“I feel so inspired to see so many people help and care for each other and help fight and control the spread of COVID-19. Neighbours are picking up groceries for each other, businesses are making the supplies we need, and artists are offering free performances to lift our spirits! This is what the world needs right now – and so many Canadians are doing that!
“We’re going to get through this, my courageous friends and fellow Canadians, and we’re going to get through it together”.
Sophie’s husband Justin Trudeau has also tested positive. He is now in isolation.