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DND chief tests negative anew for Covid-19
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana tested negative for COVID-19 after self-quarantining.
His senior military aide, Colonel Rolly Nerona, had previously tested positive for the virus.
Nerona accompanied Lorenzana on trips to Jolo, Sulu, and Subic, and learned of his positive result upon landing in Jolo.
Lorenzana underwent testing on Tuesday due to his exposure to Nerona and is taking the rest of the week to be sure, continuing his quarantine.
Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief General Felimon Santos Jr. will also undergo a strict, doctor-supervised quarantine due to exposure.
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