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Kit Heren

Justin Trudeau self-isolates over coronavirus fears as wife Sophie shows 'flu-like symptoms'

Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie are self-isolating amid the coronavirus outbreak after she showed mild "flu-like" symptoms.

He has not exhibited any symptoms and is working from home, according to an official statement released today.

A statement said: "The doctor's advice to the Prime Minister is to continue daily activities while self-monitoring, given he is exhibiting no symptoms himself.

"However, out of an abundance of caution, the Prime Minister is opting to self-isolate and work from home until receiving Sophie's results."

Sophie Gregoire Trudeau first began displaying symptoms of flu after returning from a London speaking engagement on Wednesday evening, including a low fever, according to the statement.

Her symptoms have since subsided.

Canada has had 93 confirmed cases of coronavirus. One person has died.

The Canadian Government launched a C$1 billion fund on Wednesday to help fight the virus in Canada and globally.

Mr Trudeau said in a statement: “Our message to Canadians is clear: to every worker and business, in every province and territory, we have your back and we will get through this together.”

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