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Three among 15 Central Visayas PUIs are contacts of confirmed nCoV cases
Fifteen persons are now under investigation in Central Visayas for possible novel coronavirus infection.
Three of these individuals had direct contact with the Philippines' two confirmed cases of nCoV.
The DOH is still conducting further contact tracing for these cases.
Cebu Governor Gwen Garcia is implementing quarantine measures for tourists arriving in the province.
The Palace has ordered a mandatory 14-day quarantine for Filipinos coming from China, Hong Kong, and Macau, and imposed a temporary entry ban for foreigners from these areas.
Filipinos have the option to undergo home quarantine, provided they adhere to established protocols.
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