BJMP opens COVID-19 isolation center in QC

The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) has established its own COVID-19 isolation center in Quezon City to bolster its defenses against the virus, with support from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the Philippine Red Cross (PRC).

The BJMP decided to create an isolation facility outside of the jail after a Person Deprived of Liberty (PDL) died with possible COVID-19 infection noted on the death certificate.

Contact tracing was immediately conducted, leading to the isolation of 17 PDLs who had close contact with the deceased PDL.

Strict precautionary measures, including physical distancing, wearing of face masks, and regular disinfection, continue to be implemented in all jail facilities.

The BJMP is also prioritizing the mental health of PDLs and personnel, encouraging the use of e-Dalaw and daily dialogues.

The newly established isolation center will manage mild to moderate COVID-19 cases, while severe cases will be handled elsewhere.

Medical personnel assigned to the isolation center have completed specialized training on handling infectious diseases provided by the ICRC.