Pennsylvania lawmaker reveals coronavirus diagnosis

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A state House lawmaker revealed on Wednesday he tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this month and has since recovered.

Rep. Andrew Lewis, R-Dauphin, said he received the results on May 20 that indicated his flu-like symptoms were actually that of the novel coronavirus. He self-isolated and notified every staff member he had contact with of the exposure. His last day at the Capitol building was May 14, according to the news release.

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