Prime Minister Boris Johnson Moved to the ICU as Condition Worsens

UPDATE: Well wishes from all over the globe have begun pouring in for the prime minister.

Thinking of @BorisJohnson and his family tonight. Get well soon. You are in great hands and we all want you safe, well and back in @10DowningStreet.

— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) April 6, 2020

Tout mon soutien à Boris Johnson, à sa famille et au peuple britannique dans ce moment difficile. Je lui souhaite de surmonter cette épreuve rapidement.

— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) April 6, 2020

"All my support for Boris Johnson, his family and the British people at this difficult time," French President Emmanuel Macron wrote. "I wish him to overcome this ordeal quickly."

My thoughts are with the PM and his family - sending him every good wish https://t.co/tjpadJq6bq

— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) April 6, 2020

My thoughts and prayers are with @BorisJohnson and his family.

Godspeed Mr. Prime Minister!

— Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) April 6, 2020

Johnson's predecessor Theresa May shared her own well wishes, with a warning.

My thoughts and prayers are with @BorisJohnson and his family as he continues to receive treatment in hospital.

This horrific virus does not discriminate. Anyone can get it. Anyone can spread it. Please #StayHomeSaveLives

— Theresa May (@theresa_may) April 6, 2020

ORIGINAL POST

It appears that British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's condition has worsened since we last reported on it. He tested positive for the coronavirus 10 days ago and on Sunday night he was admitted to the hospital with complications. On Monday, we learned that he has been moved to the ICU. He is still conscious and is not on a ventilator, Sky News reports.

Boris Johnson has been moved to an ICU after his condition worsened, Downing Street has said.

It is understood that he remains conscious, and that the move is a precaution in case he requires a ventilator.

Sky's @BethRigby reports.#COVID19 latest: https://t.co/6fmNzMNH1J pic.twitter.com/NsnQZGoXiD

— Sky News (@SkyNews) April 6, 2020

Johnson phoned Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to take over for some responsibilities in his absence, such as security decisions and the UK's day-to-day coronavirus response.

The prime minister has been moved to intensive care. ?@DominicRaab? is now temporarily in charge. Deeply worrying pic.twitter.com/qzSPJGxnwK

— Robert Peston (@Peston) April 6, 2020

"There's an incredibly strong team spirit behind the prime minister," Raab said in a press conference on Monday. 

Johnson had tweeted earlier on Monday that he was in good spirits and thanked the NHS for their care.

Last night, on the advice of my doctor, I went into hospital for some routine tests as I’m still experiencing coronavirus symptoms. I’m in good spirits and keeping in touch with my team, as we work together to fight this virus and keep everyone safe.

— Boris Johnson #StayHomeSaveLives (@BorisJohnson) April 6, 2020

I’d like to say thank you to all the brilliant NHS staff taking care of me and others in this difficult time. You are the best of Britain.

Stay safe everyone, and please remember to stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.

— Boris Johnson #StayHomeSaveLives (@BorisJohnson) April 6, 2020