DOH-Caraga reports 3 new COVID-19 cases

The Department of Health-Center for Health Development (DOH-Caraga) reported three new cases of COVID-19, bringing the region's total to 11.

All three new cases are locally stranded individuals (LSIs) from Agusan del Norte who arrived on May 23 and 27.

The infected individuals are a 32-year-old male from Quezon City and a 28-year-old male and a 22-year-old female, both from Cebu.

These LSIs tested positive for COVID-19 through rapid antibody testing upon arrival and subsequently through RT-PCR confirmatory testing.

The three patients are asymptomatic and have no pre-existing medical conditions, with two in an LGU quarantine facility and one on home quarantine.

DOH Caraga is actively monitoring the cases and conducting contact tracing.

Additionally, the first follow-up tests of the 6th, 7th, and 8th confirmed COVID-19 cases in the region were positive, while suspect and probable cases tested negative.

DOH-Caraga reminds the public to practice physical distancing, avoid physical contact, keep rooms well-ventilated, and regularly disinfect frequently touched surfaces.