University of Texas President Gregory L. Fenves has tested negative for the new coronavirus, UT health officials said in an email to staff and students Sunday.
The announcement comes two days after Fenves said his wife Carmela tested positive for COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus.
Fenves has not experienced any flu-like symptoms since late Sunday but will continue to self-isolate for 14 days and monitor his health, said UT Health chief clinical officer Amy E. Young. People who came into close contact with Fenves are also advised to remain in self-isolation, she said.
“Because of President Fenves’ extensive contact with those in his family who have tested positive and the fact that he had demonstrated symptoms, there remains a possibility he may have been infectious prior to his COVID-19 testing.”
The risk for people who had casual or distant contact with Fenves is considered low, she said.
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