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18 prisoners, 1 CIW staff in Mandaluyong test positive for COVID-19
The Correctional Institution for Women (CIW) in Mandaluyong City has recorded a total of 19 COVID-19 cases, including 18 inmates and one medical staff.
The first confirmed case was a 72-year-old inmate with diabetes who was initially diagnosed with pneumonia before testing positive for COVID-19 and was admitted to Sta. Ana Hospital.
Following the initial case, 42 inmates and nine medical staff underwent testing, resulting in 18 additional positive cases.
Those who tested positive are reportedly experiencing mild symptoms or are asymptomatic and are being monitored within the facility.
The CIW has isolated exposed individuals in quarantine areas and plans to conduct further tests on suspected cases.
The CIW administration has requested additional medical supplies, including vitamins, food supplements, beds, and tents.
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