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Young Army officer who died of respiratory disease tests negative for coronavirus
The Philippine Army announced that 2nd Lieutenant Vince Magbanua, who recently died from a respiratory illness, has tested negative for COVID-19.
Magbanua, 24, passed away on April 8 after experiencing severe breathing difficulties and was declared dead on arrival at the Norzagaray Municipal Hospital in Bulacan.
He had been admitted to the hospital the day before his death and was diagnosed with acute bronchitis, but was advised to self-quarantine at his barracks.
His cremated remains were brought back to his hometown in Davao City on April 10, where he was honored by fellow soldiers.
Magbanua, a member of the Philippine Military Academy "Alab Tala" Class of 2018, was recognized by his superiors, peers, and subordinates for his dedication and idealism.
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A young Philippine Army officer, 2nd Lieutenant Vince Magbanua, has died after showing symptoms consistent with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
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The cremated remains of 2nd Lieutenant Vince Magbanua, a Philippine Army trooper who died after exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms, were brought back to his hometown in Davao City.
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