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DOH identifies 89 close contacts of 8 COVID-positive Filipinos from China
Eight unvaccinated Filipinos traveling from China tested positive for COVID-19 upon arrival in the Philippines between December 27, 2022, and January 2, 2023.
These cases were identified through mandatory antigen tests for unvaccinated individuals.
The Department of Health (DOH) has identified 89 close contacts among these travelers, with one exhibiting symptoms and undergoing isolation.
The DOH is monitoring all identified close contacts, including foreigners and Filipinos, some of whom are fully vaccinated.
It remains unknown if these eight Filipinos are infected with the Omicron BF.7 subvariant.
Health advocates are urging the Philippine government to enforce more travel restrictions on inbound travelers from countries with alarming COVID-19 situations.
Despite concerns, the Philippines plans to welcome more tourists from China as it seeks to fully reopen its economy this year.
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The Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ) has identified 89 close contacts of 8 Filipinos who recently arrived from China and tested positive for COVID-19.
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The Department of Health (DOH) sees no need for additional COVID-19 restrictions for travelers coming from China, citing a lack of scientific evidence.
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