Turkish man has 78 positive Covid-19 test results – in pictures


  • Turkish man Muzaffer Kayasan has had 78 positive Covid-19 tests. All photos by Reuters
    Turkish man Muzaffer Kayasan has had 78 positive Covid-19 tests. All photos by Reuters
  • He has had to self-isolate for 14 straight months.
    He has had to self-isolate for 14 straight months.
  • Mr Kayasan's medicines are helping to control symptoms.
    Mr Kayasan's medicines are helping to control symptoms.
  • Mr Kayasan, who lives in Istanbul, chats with his granddaughter Azra, while maintaining a safe distance.
    Mr Kayasan, who lives in Istanbul, chats with his granddaughter Azra, while maintaining a safe distance.
  • He administers eye drops as he rests at home.
    He administers eye drops as he rests at home.
  • Mr Kayasan tries to keep as active as possible, despite being confined to his home.
    Mr Kayasan tries to keep as active as possible, despite being confined to his home.
  • Regular visits from his granddaughter have helped Mr Kayasan to stay positive during his ordeal.
    Regular visits from his granddaughter have helped Mr Kayasan to stay positive during his ordeal.