The Prime Minister has thanked NHS staff at St Thomas’ Hospital in central London for saving his life while he underwent treatment in intensive care for coronavirus.
Issuing a short statement as he continues his recovery, Boris Johnson said: “I can’t thank them enough. I owe them my life.”
The PM is back on a ward at St Thomas’ Hospital after being discharged from the intensive care unit where he was being treated for Covid-19.
His comments come as the first public statement since his admission into the ICU on Monday.
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On Friday, Downing Street said Mr Johnson "personally" thanked the NHS team who cared for him as he starts to take “short walks” amid his coronavirus recovery in hospital.
“The Prime Minister has been able to do short walks, between periods of rest, as part of the care he is receiving to aid his recovery,” the No 10 spokesman said.
“He has spoken to his doctors and thanks the whole clinical team for the incredible care he has received.
“His thoughts are with those affected by this terrible disease.”
Health Secretary also said that Mr Johnson wanted to "personally thank" the hospital team.
Speaking at the daily Covid-19 press conference on Friday, Mr Hancock said: “I’m very happy to report that the Prime Minister’s condition continues to improve."
“He wants to personally thank the whole clinical team at St Thomas’ for the incredible care that he has received.
“His thoughts are with all of those who have been affected by this terrible disease.”
Mr Hancock also issued another warning to the public to “stay at home” over the Easter weekend.