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De Lima says she won't get tested for COVID-19
Detained Senator Leila de Lima stated that she will not undergo COVID-19 testing, believing her three years of "involuntary quarantine" have kept her healthy.
She argued that testing kits should be prioritized for patients under investigation (PUI) or patients under monitoring (PUM) who exhibit symptoms or have been exposed.
De Lima emphasized the need for judicious use of limited testing kits, suggesting they should only be administered upon a physician's recommendation.
The senator also criticized high-ranking officials for getting tested without symptoms or direct exposure while others in greater need are placed on a waiting list.
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Senate President Vicente Sotto III clarified that he did not use his influence to be prioritized for COVID-19 testing, despite the country's limited testing kits.
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President Rodrigo Duterte and Senator Christopher "Bong" Go have tested negative for COVID-19.
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The Department of Health (DOH) clarified that there is no policy for VIP treatment in COVID-19 testing, with all specimens processed on a first-in, first-out basis.
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