On this day in 2020, the then-Prince of Wales emerged from self-isolation after testing positive for Covid-19.
Clarence House confirmed that Charles, 71 at the time, had developed mild symptoms and had been self-isolating at his Scottish home of Birkhall for seven days following a positive test result received the previous Tuesday.
The Duchess of Cornwall, 72 at the time, who was also at Birkhall, tested negative for the virus and remained in self-isolation until the end of the week.
A Clarence House spokesman stated at the time: "Clarence House has confirmed today that, having consulted with his doctor, the Prince of Wales is now out of self-isolation."
While in isolation, Charles continued to work at his desk and conducted several telephone meetings.
David Miliband, president and chief executive of the International Rescue Committee (IRC), remarked that it was "very reassuring" to hear Charles, who is the patron of the IRC's UK arm, "keeping calm and carrying on" during a scheduled telephone meeting the previous week.
Footage of Charles joining the nation in applauding health workers while still suffering from the virus was shared on Clarence House's official Instagram account.
With his isolation over, the prince was now able to enjoy the grounds of Birkhall and partake in daily exercise.
Charles and Camilla were tested by the NHS in Aberdeenshire.
However, Joan McAlpine, SNP politician, questioned the testing procedures, citing a relative with an underlying health condition who had been refused a test.
Dr Catherine Calderwood, Scotland's chief medical officer, defended the decision to test Charles and his wife, stating: "My understanding is there were very good reasons for that person and his wife to be tested, and obviously I wouldn't be able to disclose anything else that I know because of patient confidentiality."
This story was first reported on by Melissa Major on March 30, 2020.
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