Former Queen of the Netherlands tests positive for coronavirus

Turns out that even the palace walls aren’t enough to keep coronavirus at bay. Former Queen of the Netherlands, Princess Beatrix, has tested positive for COVID-19.

Like many of us at the moment, the former queen decided to get herself tested due to mild cold symptoms. The result? Yep, it’s coronavirus. 🦠

READ MORE | Coronavirus symptoms? PCR test no more, Dutch Health Ministry says

According to a press release from the Royal House, Princess Beatrix is currently in isolation and her potential contacts are being notified.

Well prepared

The fact that the princess is 83 years old is not exactly comforting — but thankfully, she has already received her third shot of the vaccine. 💪

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Sarah O'Leary 🇮🇪
Before becoming the Senior Editor of DutchReview, Sarah was a fresh-faced international looking to learn more about the Netherlands. Since moving here in 2017, Sarah has added a BA in English and Philosophy (Hons.), an MA in Literature (Hons.), and over three years of writing experience at DutchReview to her skillset. When Sarah isn't acting as a safety threat to herself and others (cycling), you can find her trying to sound witty while writing about some of the stickier topics such as mortgages and Dutch law.

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