Manila Bulletin
Another House of Representatives staff tests positive for COVID-19
A tenth employee of the House of Representatives has tested positive for COVID-19.
The congressional staff member last reported to work at the Batasang Pambansa compound in Quezon City on May 21.
This brings the total number of COVID-19 cases in the House to ten since March.
House Secretary-General Jose Luis Montales confirmed the case and stated that protocols for positive cases and their close contacts are being observed.
He also mentioned prayers for the recovery of three current positive cases and the safety of their families.
Of the ten COVID-19 patients in the Lower House, two have died.
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