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Bongbong Marcos says he's slowly recovering from COVID-19
Former Senator Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. tested positive for COVID-19.
His spokesperson, Atty. Victor Rodriguez, confirmed that Marcos is improving while undergoing treatment in an isolation area.
Marcos arrived from Europe on March 13 and was tested for COVID-19 on March 14, with the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM) releasing the positive result on March 28.
On April 1, Marcos stated via Twitter that he is slowly recovering from the illness.
He had been adhering to health protocols for persons under investigation (PUI) since March 13.
Marcos experienced shortness of breath and was advised to self-quarantine after seeking emergency room care on March 22.
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