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DOH-13 lists 16 persons 'under monitoring' for nCOV
The Department of Health in Caraga (DOH-13) is monitoring 16 Persons Under Monitoring (PUMs) who have a history of travel to China and may be at risk for the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
These individuals do not exhibit symptoms of the virus but are being closely watched by health authorities.
As of February 3, the Caraga Region has no confirmed cases of 2019-nCoV or any Persons Under Investigation (PUI).
DOH-13 is coordinating with local surveillance officers and stakeholders to monitor potential cases.
In response to the threat, Surigao del Norte Governor Francisco Matugas issued an executive order declaring a heightened alert against 2019-nCoV in the entire province.
The agency continues to urge the public to remain calm but vigilant and avoid spreading unverified information.
Local health offices are also distributing information materials and assessing hospital readiness for potential PUIs.
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