Manila Bulletin
66 public market workers in Marikina placed under quarantine after testing 'reactive'
Sixty-six public market workers in Marikina City were placed under quarantine after yielding "reactive" results in rapid COVID-19 tests.
The Marikina City Health Office conducted mass testing on approximately 2,000 stall holders, vendors, porters, and helpers as a strategy to keep the market COVID-free and contain any potential cases immediately.
Of the 66 individuals who tested reactive, 45 were store helpers, with many not being residents of Marikina.
Stalls associated with those who tested reactive have been temporarily closed for disinfection.
All 66 individuals who tested reactive are undergoing confirmatory Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) tests, with results still pending.
Initial contact tracing suggests a resident from a neighboring city may be the source of infection within the market.
Marketgoers are reminded to observe physical distancing, practice proper hand washing, and thoroughly wash and cook food purchased from the market.
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