Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention testifies during a Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee hearing on the federal coronavirus response on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, March 18, 2021. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh, Pool)

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CDC director tests positive for COVID-19

by: Sophia Villalba

Posted: Oct 22, 2022 / 09:49 AM PDT

Updated: Oct 22, 2022 / 01:22 PM PDT

by: Sophia Villalba

Posted: Oct 22, 2022 / 09:49 AM PDT

Updated: Oct 22, 2022 / 01:22 PM PDT

(KRON) – CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky tested positive for COVID-19 Friday night, according to a CDC press release.

Dr. Walenksy is experiencing mild symptoms and is up to date on her vaccines. She is currently isolating at home and will partake in meetings virtually, according to the press release.

Those who have been in close contact with Dr. Walensky have been notified and are taking appropriate precautions as a result.