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Covid-positive ICMR chief admitted to AIIMS

Source: PTI   -  Edited By: Roshneesh Kmaneck
December 18, 2020 20:13 IST
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Indian Council of Medical Research Director General Balram Bhargava is undergoing treatment for COVID-19 at the AIIMS Trauma Centre here, official sources said on Friday.

 

Bhargava, who is also a cardiologist, had tested positive for coronavirus infection around 7-8 days ago and was under home isolation, they said.

He was admitted to the AIIMS Trauma Centre, which was converted into a dedicated COVID-19 facility on December 15.

According to the sources, he is recovering well and likely to be discharged soon.

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