Harvey Weinstein Tests Positive for COVID-19; Former Film Mogul Moved From Rikers Island Jail to Bellevue Hospital
Jailed Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein was transferred to a New York hospital due to several health issues, including COVID-19.
Former film mogul Harvey Weinstein has been moved from New York City's Rikers Island jail to Bellevue Hospital for COVID-19 and other treatment of multiple health issues including pneumonia affecting both lungs. Weinstein, who faces trial in New York for rape and sexual assault, was transferred to a secure ward at Bellevue. Additional conditions requiring treatment include diabetes, high blood pressure, spinal stenosis, and fluid accumulation around his heart and lungs. This update was provided by Weinstein's publicist, with health details sourced from Craig Rothfeld, Weinstein’s prison consultant. Harvey Weinstein Faces New Court Hearing in Manhattan Before November Retrial on Rape and Assault Charges.
Mogul Harvey Weinstein Hospitalised with Covid-19 and Pneumonia
Harvey Weinstein has tested positive for COVID-19 and double pneumonia, NBC reports. pic.twitter.com/jdt4wLL8Tm
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