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Sacramento Congresswoman Doris Matsui tests positive for coronavirus

The 77-year-old U.S. Representative tweeted on Wednesday afternoon she was vaccinated and boosted ― describing herself as a breakthrough case.
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Rep. Doris Matsui

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A Congresswoman representing parts of Sacramento and Yolo County since 2013, Doris Matsui, said on Wednesday she received a positive COVID-19 test result.

Tweeting that she received the vaccine and booster shot back in September, the 77-year-old said she is only experiencing mild, cold-like symptoms.

"Today, I tested positive with a breakthrough COVID-19 case," Doris said in a tweet. "I'm thankful for the protection provided by the vaccine. I encourage everyone to get vaccinated & boosted."

Doris said she is isolating and following the advice of the U.S. House Attending Physician.

Today, I tested positive with a breakthrough COVID-19 case. Fortunately, I’m fully vaccinated and received my booster...

Posted by Congresswoman Doris O. Matsui on Wednesday, December 29, 2021

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