Manila Bulletin
Not a single COVID-19 case among evacuees, DOH reports
The Department of Health (DOH) reported no COVID-19 cases among evacuees in temporary shelters.
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire stated that antigen COVID-19 tests are available for evacuees exhibiting symptoms and will be prioritized.
Symptomatic individuals will be isolated and tested according to DOH protocols, which align with WHO recommendations.
The DOH continues to monitor evacuees to ensure adherence to health standards.
As of the latest data, a total of 55,921 families or 223,378 individuals are staying in 1,570 evacuation centers across several regions in the Philippines.
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