Former US President Bill Clinton infected with Covid-19

WASHINGTON (Xinhua) -- Former U.S. President Bill Clinton announced on Wednesday that he had tested positive for COVID-19.

Clinton, 76, said in a tweet on Twitter that he had "mild symptoms" but was generally feeling well and keeping himself busy at home.

Clinton, who was fully vaccinated and the booster shot, urged "everyone to do the same, especially as the winter months approach."