Filipino in Singapore tests positive for COVID-19

Updated Mon, February 24, 2020 at 7:56 PM Published Sun, February 23, 2020 at 8:00 AM

A 41-year-old Filipino male, a permanent resident of Singapore and designated Case 89, has tested positive for COVID-19.

He is in stable condition and warded in an isolation room at the National Centre for Infectious Diseases.

The patient has no recent travel history to China and reported symptom onset on February 3.

Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Joseph Yap confirmed these details, and the Philippine Embassy is ready to assist him.

Following this case, the DFA urged all Filipinos in Singapore to avoid crowded places, maintain vigilance, observe proper hygiene, and monitor their health.

The Embassy is coordinating with Singapore's Ministry of Health and stands ready to provide consular assistance while respecting the patient's privacy.

Singapore has the third-highest number of COVID-19 cases outside of China.

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