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City Council Member and Queens Borough President nominee Costa Constantinides took to social media to announce he has been in self-quarantine since SundayGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Upon developing a fever, the Council Member immediately made the decision to self-isolate, and has experienced mild symptoms of COVID-19 sinceGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028.

Despite his symptoms mirroring those of COVID-19, Council Member Constantinides did not get tested; citing advice from medical professionalsGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Fortunately, the Council Member’s condition is improvingGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. However, he warned his followers “Give_Me_Astoria_image_00028.Give_Me_Astoria_image_00028.Give_Me_Astoria_image_00028. trust me, this is not something you wantGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Even for the healthy among us, it can wear you downGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Sleep is incredibly difficult on top of itGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. You’re equally fearful and frustratedGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. I’ve tried to continue my job and work with my staff to make sure those who need care get itGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028.”

Council Member Constantinides continues to self-isolate and work from homeGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. He urged his followers to stay home, wash their hands, and keep a safe social distance when necessary to go outGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028.

Give Me Astoria would like to wish Council Member Constantinides a full and speedy recovery! You can read his official statement, in full, hereGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028.