Harry Potter author recovers from suspected COVID-19

LONDON (Reuters): J.K Rowling, author of Harry Potter has confirmed that she had recovered from a suspected COVID-19 case after two weeks of illness.

According to J.K Rowling, she had been experiencing all the symptoms of the COVID disease for the past two weeks. “I have had all symptoms of the virus, though, did not go for its test,” Rowling said.

Rowling, 54, in a tweet wrote, “I really am completely recovered and wanted to share a technique that’s recommended by doctors, costs nothing, has no nasty side effects but could help you/your loved ones a lot, as it did me,” she added.

Please watch this doc from Queens Hospital explain how to relieve respiratory symptoms. For last 2 weeks I’ve had all symptoms of C19 (tho haven’t been tested) & did this on doc husband’s advice. I’m fully recovered & technique helped a lot.https://t.co/xo8AansUvc via @YouTube

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) April 6, 2020

She also thanked people for wishing her a speedy recovery in another tweet, “Thank you for your kind and lovely messages! Stay safe, everyone.”

On 4th April, Rowling launched a website, named Harry Potter at Home, in order to help the families confined to their homes amid coronavirus pandemic. The online initiative features child-friendly activities, videos, puzzles, illustrations, quizzes, creative ideas, articles and much more for children.