Arwady tests positive for Covid

CHICAGO — Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Allison Arwady announced Thursday she has tested positive for Covid.

In a statement, Arwady said she was “experiencing some cold-like symptoms and fever” but is “otherwise well.”

“Last night, for the first time in the pandemic, I tested positive for COVID-19. I am experiencing some cold-like symptoms and fever but am otherwise well, which I credit to the fact that I’m fully vaccinated and boosted. I will continue to work from home while following the CDC guidelines for isolation,” the statement said.