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John Prine hospitalized with COVID-19 symptoms: ‘His situation is critical’ (Rolling Stone)

“John was hospitalized on Thursday,” family says in statement. “He was intubated Saturday evening, and continues to receive care”

John Prine has been hospitalized since Thursday after suffering from symptoms synonymous with the novel coronavirus. While Prine’s exact medical condition is unclear, “his situation is critical,” his family said in a statement Sunday.

“After a sudden onset of COVID-19 symptoms, John was hospitalized on Thursday. He was intubated Saturday evening, and continues to receive care, but his situation is critical,” the Prine family wrote.

“This is hard news for us to share. But so many of you have loved and supported John over the years, we wanted to let you know, and give you the chance to send out more of that love and support now. And know that we love you, and John loves you.”

Read the full story from Rolling Stone here: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/john-prine-covid-19-symptoms-974909/