New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Dave Chokshi has tested positive for the coronavirus and is experiencing “mild” symptoms from the potentially deadly disease, his department revealed Wednesday.
“In New York City and across the country, COVID continues to circulate in our communities, and all of us are potentially exposed to the virus. A testament to this fact is that I recently got tested and received a positive diagnosis for COVID-19,” Chokshi said in the written remarks.
“I now have mild symptoms, but they are manageable,” he added. “I have been in touch with New York City’s Test and Trace Corps to ensure that anyone who was potentially exposed is offered services and care.”
The statement did not reveal when Chokshi first tested positive for the virus, which has claimed more than 25,000 lives in the five boroughs alone over the last year.
NYC Health Commissioner Dr. Dave Chokshi said he is experiencing “mild” symptoms from COVID-19. Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office


