Today show are taking cautionary measures as at least one staff member tests positive for coronavirus (COVID-19).” data-reactid=”18″ type=”text”>NBC was informed that a staff member of the 3rd Hour of Today has tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19), according to a press release. As the company investigates who came into contact with the coworker, employees on that team were asked to work from home, and personalities Al Roker and Craig Melvin did not appear on the broadcast.
Savannah Guthrie during Monday’s show. “So out of an abundance of caution, Craig and Al have taken the morning off so we can trace their contacts, see what’s going on with them. We promise to keep you posted, both are fine right now, they feel good.”” data-reactid=”20″ type=”text”>“Before we go further, a personal note for this show: Last night we learned that a colleague of ours on the third hour of Today has tested positive for COVID-19, the novel coronavirus,” said host Savannah Guthrie. “So out of an abundance of caution, Craig and Al have taken the morning off so we can trace their contacts, see what’s going on with them. We promise to keep you posted, both are fine right now, they feel good.” Co-host Hoda Kotb added that both co-hosts said they “feel great,” adding, “We’re just trying to play exactly by the rules. We hope and wish they come back soon.”
statement, NBC News president Noah Oppenheim said the company is “taking all necessary steps to ensure the health and safety of our teams, which includes multiple deep cleanings of our offices, control room and Studio 1A.”” data-reactid=”25″ type=”text”>In a statement, NBC News president Noah Oppenheim said the company is “taking all necessary steps to ensure the health and safety of our teams, which includes multiple deep cleanings of our offices, control room and Studio 1A. We are fully supporting our colleague, who is experiencing mild symptoms and receiving medical care, and I know you join me in sending our very best for a quick recovery.”
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