Manila Bulletin
97 Filipinos afflicted with COVID-19 in Europe
Ninety-seven Filipinos in Europe have tested positive for COVID-19, according to Philippine Ambassador to Italy Domingo Nolasco.
He stated that the confirmed cases in Europe are at least 97, including those in Italy.
Information on infected Filipinos is obtained through calls from relatives or employers, as governments do not provide nationality breakdowns due to strict privacy laws.
Italy has recorded over 97,689 COVID-19 cases with 10,781 deaths as of March 31, making it the second-highest globally.
OFWs in Italy are seeking urgent financial aid because many have lost their jobs or had their working hours reduced due to movement restrictions.
Movement in Italy is restricted, allowing people to leave their homes only for essential purposes like buying food, medicine, or in emergencies.
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