Juan Orlando Hernández, the president of Honduras, announced late Tuesday that he, the first lady and two aides had tested positive for Covid-19, Report says, citing TASS.
In a televised statement, Mr. Hernández said he began feeling unwell over the weekend, and the diagnosis was confirmed on Tuesday. He said he is well enough to continue working remotely and will be examined to determine the next steps.
He urged Hondurans to follow social-distancing guidelines, as he had not.
“Because of my job, I have not been able to stay 100 percent at home,” he said.
He said he had been receiving treatment and was feeling better. Doctors recommended rest, he said.
His wife, Ana García, also tested positive but was asymptomatic.