BTS stars RM and Jin test positive for COVID-19 after Suga

After BTS star Suga, other members of the boys’ band, RM and Jin have now tested positive for COVID-19. Just recently, Big Hit Music released a statement, confirming that the two handsome hunks have contracted the virus. The statement mentions that after they returned from a concert in the United States, RM shows no symptoms whereas Jin who returned from Korea was showing flu-like symptoms, exhibiting mild symptoms including slight fever and is undergoing self-treatment at home.

“BTS members RM and Jin were diagnosed with COVID-19 on the evening of Saturday, December 25. After returning on Friday the 17th from the United States following his personal schedule as part of his official vacation period, RM immediately underwent PCR testing, was found negative and entered into self-quarantine in his home as mandated by COVID-19 control procedures. However, he underwent PCR testing today before his scheduled release from quarantine and was found to be positive for COVID-19; he is currently exhibiting no particular symptoms,” the statement read.

“Jin returned to Korea on Monday, December 6 and underwent PCR testing immediately after his return and again before his release from self-quarantine, and was found negative on both occasions. However, feeling flu-like symptoms this afternoon he underwent PCR testing and was found positive for COVID-19 late this evening. He is exhibiting mild symptoms including light fever and is undergoing self-treatment at home.”

 

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Both the stars are under quarantine and following the necessary protocols as the statement further read, “RM and Jin both completed their second round of COVID-19 vaccinations in late August, and are currently undergoing self-treatment at home as per health authority guidelines. Neither member had any contact with other members after their return to Korea. Our company will continue to provide support for the rapid recovery of RM and Jin, placing our highest priority on the health and safety of our artists. We will continue to cooperate fully with the requests and guidelines of healthcare authorities.”

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