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      FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 19, 2023
 
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      MEDIA CONTACTS: Dan Tierney: 614-644-0957 Lisa Peterson: 614-644-0957
 
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Statement from Governor DeWine's Office
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)?Governor Mike DeWine?s office put out the following statement: 
"At approximately 5:30pm today, Governor DeWine tested positive for Covid-19.? He started experiencing mild cold symptoms yesterday.? Believing he had a mild head cold, he proceeded with his work day today.? As the day progressed, his symptoms worsened, and his doctor advised that he take a Covid-19 test, which was positive.? He reported having a 101 degree fever at the time of taking the test late this afternoon.? He is resting at home at this time. 
"The current strain of Covid-19 can present itself with symptoms much like a head cold.? Governor DeWine and the Ohio Department of Health advise testing yourself for Covid-19, even if you think you have only a minor cold." 
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