August 5, 2020 – Congressman Rodney Davis announced that he has tested positive for COVID-19.
Davis says he had consulted with the Office of the Attending Physician (OAP) of Congress and local county health officials and his office is contacting constituents he had met with in-person within the previous 48 hours, per CDC guidelines. Davis has also canceled upcoming events until he receives a negative test.
“This morning, I tested positive for COVID-19. Since the beginning of this pandemic, I have taken my temperature twice daily because serving in Congress means I interact with many people, and it’s my duty to protect the health of those I serve. This morning, my temperature clocked in at 99 degrees Fahrenheit, which is higher than normal for me.
“Because of the high temperature, my wife and I received a test this morning. While my test came back positive, my wife’s test came back negative. My staff who I’ve worked with in-person this week have received negative tests as well. Other than a higher-than-normal temperature, I am showing no symptoms at this time and feel fine.”
