Manila Bulletin
Lanao del Sur, Marawi IATFs confirm local transmission
Local transmission of COVID-19 has been declared in Marawi City and Lanao del Sur after 21 cases were identified without recent travel history or known exposure.
This precautionary measure aims to prepare local governments, healthcare providers, and stakeholders for a potential rise in COVID-19 cases.
The identified cases of local transmission range from a 3-year-old male to a 65-year-old female.
Intensified contact tracing, isolation of close contacts, and the strengthening of the health system are currently being implemented.
As of Sunday, Lanao del Sur has recorded 28 active COVID-19 cases, 175 recoveries, and six deaths.
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